Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad is a refreshing dish that combines juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and tender chicken for an explosion of flavors in every bite. Ideal for lunches, light dinners, or as a crowd-pleasing side at gatherings, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a vibrant meal ready to enjoy right away or chill for later. The sweetness of strawberries beautifully complements the savory elements, while poppy seeds add a delightful crunch. Customize it to your taste with additional fruits or nuts for an even more personalized experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 c shredded chicken
- 2 celery stalks, chopped into 1/4 in. pieces
- 1 green onion, chopped thin
- 5–6 large strawberries, diced
- â…“ c chopped pecans
- ¼ c mayonnaise
- 2 T Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 T poppy seeds
- ½ tsp pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by shredding the chicken and chopping the celery, green onion, and strawberries.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped celery, green onion, pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, poppy seeds, pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10–20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg