Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that brings together juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and tender chicken for a refreshing meal. Perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or quick dinners, this salad is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes. The combination of creamy dressing and poppy seeds adds a unique twist that elevates traditional chicken salad. Serve it on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or as a sandwich filling for versatile dining options. Impress your family and friends with this colorful and nutritious salad that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 5–6 large strawberries, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping and dicing as needed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, celery, pecans, mayonnaise, yogurt, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Mix until well-coated.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Chill for 10–20 minutes before serving or serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg