High-Protein Cranberry Orange Chicken Salad
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries (reduced sugar if preferred)
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by placing your cooked, cooled chicken breast into a large mixing bowl. Add the diced celery, sliced green onions, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts. Ensure the celery is diced finely to provide a consistent crunch in every bite.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, orange zest, fresh orange juice, honey, and garlic powder. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth. This dressing will be the source of all that bright, citrusy flavor.
- Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken mixture. Using a large spoon or spatula, gently fold the ingredients together until the chicken and fruit are evenly coated. Season with salt and black pepper to your personal preference.
- While you can eat this immediately, it is best if chilled in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the cranberries to soften slightly and the orange flavors to permeate the chicken thoroughly.