Chicken Salad with Cranberries

This cranberry chicken salad is a sweet and savory twist on the classic. Made with juicy chicken, dried cranberries, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing, it’s a satisfying option for lunches, potlucks, or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, celery, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts.
2. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Combine & Chill: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Stir until well coated. Chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
4. Serve: Spoon onto sandwich bread, croissants, in wraps, or over a bed of greens.