This Chicken-Fruit Salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish. The combination of tender cooked chicken with crisp celery, juicy red grapes, and sweet pineapple chunks creates a harmonious balance. Mandarin oranges add a bright citrus note, while chopped pecans provide a satisfying crunch. Dressed lightly and chilled, this salad offers a refreshing taste that is both nutritious and satisfying. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal, it 226;ÂÂs a versatile recipe that brings a touch of freshness to your table.
Chicken-Fruit Salad
Description
This Chicken-Fruit Salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish. The combination of tender cooked chicken with crisp celery, juicy red grapes, and sweet pineapple chunks creates a harmonious balance. Mandarin oranges add a bright citrus note, while chopped pecans provide a satisfying crunch. Dressed lightly and chilled, this salad offers a refreshing taste that is both nutritious and satisfying. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal, it&# 226;ÂÂs a versatile recipe that brings a touch of freshness to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the cooked chicken into bite-sized chunks.
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Chop the celery into small pieces.
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Halve and seed the red grapes.
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Drain the canned pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges.
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Chop the pecans.
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In a large bowl, gently toss the chicken, celery, grapes, pineapple, mandarin oranges, and 3 tablespoons of the chopped pecans.
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Add the salad dressing and salt to the bowl.
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Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Serve the chilled salad on lettuce leaves.
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Garnish with the remaining chopped pecans.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 430.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 21.6g34%
- Saturated Fat 5.9g30%
- Cholesterol 160.2mg54%
- Sodium 147.6mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 48.6g98%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.