Chicken salad with cranberry vinaigrette dressing recipe

Chicken Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette Dressing recipe

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This chicken salad with cranberry vinaigrette dressing recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy homemade dressing. The juicy chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices before being grilled to perfection. Tossed with a mix of fresh greens, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet cranberries, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying. The crowning glory is the cranberry vinaigrette dressing, which adds a burst of fruity flavor and a hint of sweetness to every bite. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Keywords: chicken salad, cranberry vinaigrette dressing, grilled chicken, fresh greens, tangy dressing

Chicken salad with cranberry vinaigrette dressing recipe details

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Ingredients Chicken Salad:

4 cups diced cooked chicken

1 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup sour cream

2 cups seedless white grapes

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/2 cup salted toasted pecans, chopped

Cranberry Vinaigrette:

3/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 cup whole cranberry sauce

Instructions:

Salad: Mix well and refrigerate.

Cranberry Vinaigrette: Blend in blender until smooth. Refrigerate. At serving time, pour over chicken salad.

Serves: 8 to 10