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

When the holiday season rolls around, it’s important to have a repertoire of go-to recipes that are both delicious and easy to prepare. One such recipe that can be enjoyed as a light snack or a main course is Holiday Chicken Salad. Packed with a combination of festive flavors and textures, this dish is a hit at holiday gatherings and potlucks.

Featuring tender chunks of chicken, crunchy vegetables, and sweet dried fruit, this chicken salad is the perfect union of savory and sweet. It’...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 ½ cups dried cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup minced green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise with paprika and seasoned salt. Blend in dried cranberries, celery, bell pepper, onion, and nuts. Add chopped chicken, and mix well. Season with black pepper to taste. Chill 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    315 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 213mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 22mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 200mg