Chickensaladwithfruitandtoastedpecans Recipes

OUR FAVORITE CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the chicken, celery, herbs, nuts, dried fruit, and fresh fruit (if using) in a medium mixing bowl.
• In another small bowl, stir the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and the black pepper together. Taste then add the optional ingredients. Toasted sesame oil adds umami (a little goes a long way), and the jam sweetens the dressing up a bit.
• Toss the dressing with the salad. Taste then adjust with more salt and pepper. Store, covered tightly, in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days.

HARVEST CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the chicken breasts and reduce the heat slightly, to maintain a steady boil. Cook the chicken for 25-35 minutes, until cooked through.
• Use tongs to remove the cooked chicken from the water and place on a cutting board to let cool for 10 minutes.
• Chop the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes - or smaller for a smaller dice for the salad. Let cool completely.
• In a large bowl, combine the chicken, spinach (if using), apple, pecans, dried cranberries, mayo and Greek yogurt, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Season to taste with extra salt and pepper and add an extra tablespoon of mayo or Greek yogurt, if needed, to get to your desired level of creaminess.
• Serve on a salad, as a sandwich or wrap or with crackers and cheese. Enjoy!

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD WITH FRUIT AND PECANS

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients and mix well.
• Refrigerate for a minimum of one hour before serving.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH FRUIT AND TOASTED PECANS

Steps:

• Core and dice the apple and pear. Sprinkle the fruit with 1 or 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice to keep it from discoloring. In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, apple, pear, grapes and chives.
• To make the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients.
• Just before serving, add all of the dressing to the chicken salad and toss well to combine. Adjust seasonings, adding additional salt if necessary. Top with the toasted pecans.