How to Make Cherry Chicken Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cherry chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a summer picnic. This recipe combines the sweetness of fresh cherries with the savory flavor of chicken and the crunch of almonds, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal to enjoy at home or a dish to impress your friends and family at a gathering, this cherry chicken salad is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
  • ⅓ cup dried cherries
  • ⅓ cup diced celery
  • ⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans
  • ⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup cubed apples (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 356mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 230mg