Simplified Festive Chicken Salad (Printable)

Tender chicken mixed with fruits and nuts served in crisp lettuce cups for a light and refreshing dish.

# Components:

→ Chicken & Salad

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
04 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries
05 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
06 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

07 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
08 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For Serving

13 - 6 large lettuce leaves (butter lettuce or romaine)
14 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, grapes, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and spring onions.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper as needed for balance.
05 - Spoon the chicken salad evenly into each lettuce leaf to form individual cups.
06 - Garnish with chopped parsley or dill if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Gluten-Free and easy to prepare
  • Perfect for festive gatherings and light lunches
02 -
  • Contains eggs (mayonnaise), tree nuts (pecans or walnuts), and dairy (Greek yogurt).
  • For nut-free or dairy-free versions, substitute accordingly and check all labels for allergens.
03 -
  • Use fresh lettuce to ensure crisp cups that hold the filling well
  • Chill the chicken salad before serving for best flavor
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