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10 Minute Cranberry Chicken Salad – Dairy Free


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  • Author: Amy
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This quick and easy cranberry chicken salad can be made in 10 minutes! It makes the perfect light meal that is loaded with flavor and crunch. Perfect for meal prep and it is both dairy-free and gluten-free!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 (5 ounce) cooked chicken breasts – cut into cubes
  • 4 slices sugar free bacon – cooked and cut into small pieces
  • 1 small/medium apple – diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries – low sugar
  • 1/2 cup avocado mayo – I used Primal Kitchen
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary – you can also use 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage – you can also use 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme 
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken, bacon, apple, cucumber, onion, pecans and cranberries to a medium size mixing bowl. 
  2. In a smaller mixing bowl combine the mayo, mustard, herbs, honey, salt and pepper and mix well to combine. 
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine everything together. 
  4. Serve in lettuce cups, over mixed greens or in a pita or wrap. 

Notes

  1. Cut the chicken and the veggies into small pieces so they all blend well together. I like to cook and cut the chicken and bacon in advance so I have it ready to go.
  2. Use cooked turkey breast in place of the chicken. 
  3. You can buy avocado mayo at almost any grocery store. I like Primal Kitchen brand but any brand will work.
  4. You can switch up the veggies and used diced celery, carrots, or bell pepper for even more flavor and crunch.
  5. If you prefer to leave out the bacon go ahead. It will still be crazy delicious. I like to use Applegate Sugar-Free Bacon.
  6. You can store this chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Make sure you do not leave it out. Keeping it cold is key to help it stay fresh. 

Recipe adapted from therealfoodieticians.com

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Healthy Salads
  • Method: Mixed
  • Cuisine: American