Chicken salad is a classic for a reason—it’s healthy, light, yet super satisfying. The best part is that there are so many simple, nutritious variations you can make to keep your chicken salad fun, fresh, and exciting. Some of my favorites that I’ve shared in the past include Avocado Chicken Salad, Sonoma Chicken Salad, and Waldorf Chicken Salad. You can find the links to these recipes in the description box below.

Today, I’m sharing my latest chicken salad obsession: Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad. Not only is this recipe rich in nutrients, protein, and fiber, but I’ve also lightened it up a bit by swapping out some of the mayo for Greek yogurt.

Ingredients for the Dressing

1. Plain Greek Yogurt: 1/2 cup (I’m using a 2% low-fat variety, but you can use non-fat or full-fat depending on your preference).
2. Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons (optional; you can skip this and use all Greek yogurt for a lighter version, or use all mayo for a richer salad).
3. Fresh Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon (to keep things bright).
4. Honey: 2 teaspoons (just to round the flavors out).
5. Sea Salt: A pinch.
6. Black Pepper: To taste.

Preparing the Dressing

1. Start by combining the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise in a bowl.
2. Add the fresh lemon juice, honey, sea salt, and black pepper.
3. Whisk everything together until you have a thick, creamy dressing.

Ingredients for the Chicken Salad

1. Cooked Chicken Breast: 2 cups, chopped or shredded (equivalent to 12 oz or 340 g).
2. Celery: 1/2 cup, finely diced (for crunch and texture).
3. Red Onion: 1/4 cup, finely diced (or use scallions or shallots for a milder flavor).
4. Dried Cranberries: 1/3 cup, roughly chopped.
5. Walnuts: 2 tablespoons, chopped (for added texture).

Preparing the Chicken Salad

1. Place the chopped or shredded chicken breast in a large bowl.
2. Add the finely diced celery and red onion.
3. Toss in the roughly chopped dried cranberries.
4. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top.
5. Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture.
6. Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Serving Suggestions

This cranberry walnut chicken salad is perfect for meal prep or as a light lunch during the week. It comes together super quickly, and you can serve it in a variety of ways:

• Butter Lettuce Cups: For a light and refreshing option.
• Crackers: For a quick and easy snack.
• Whole Grain Tortilla: For a delicious wrap.
• Favorite Bread: For a classic sandwich.

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