Best 4 Chicken Salad With Dried Cranberries Recipes

Craving a delightful and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this collection of chicken salad recipes with dried cranberries. These salads offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them a hit among food enthusiasts. From the classic chicken salad with dried cranberries to unique variations like avocado chicken salad and curried chicken salad, this article presents a selection of recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you're planning a picnic, hosting a potluck, or simply seeking a quick and healthy meal, these chicken salad recipes are sure to impress. With a range of ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be able to whip up a delicious chicken salad that's both satisfying and nutritious. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect chicken salad with dried cranberries.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD

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This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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Cubed cooked chicken speeds assembly of these cute and filling chicken salad sandwiches. Dressed up with cranberries and served in dinner rolls, they're ready in no time in Sandra Sprinkle's Anniston, Alabama kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
8 dinner rolls
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Stir in Miracle Whip. , Cut tops off rolls; hollow out each roll, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Line each with a lettuce leaf; fill with chicken salad. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND APPLES

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This is a very tasty, quick salad. The flavors are absolutely wonderful, and it is also low fat and low calorie. This recipe was presented on KSL-TV.

Provided by Colorado Lauralee

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cooked and cubed
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 medium granny smith apple, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
lettuce leaf, washed & dried
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
salt

Steps:

In a small jar add all ingredients and shake until blended.
Combine all salad ingredients in a bowl and pour dressing over, gently tossing together until blended. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Before serving toss again and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve on lettuce leaves.
This recipe is low fat and low calorie.

CRANBERRY WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD

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Make and share this Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by john_audreyhorton1

Categories Fruit

Time 40m

Yield 7-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey dijon mustard

Steps:

Stir together all ingredients.
Serve over bed of spinach or with whole grain bread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 177.6, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 10.9

Tips:

For a creamier chicken salad, use half mayonnaise and half yogurt or sour cream.
Add a bit of Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor.
If you like a crunchy chicken salad, add some chopped celery or almonds.
For a sweeter chicken salad, add some honey or dried fruit, such as cranberries or raisins.
If you're making chicken salad ahead of time, be sure to store it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can create a delicious and versatile chicken salad that can be enjoyed on its own, on a sandwich, or as a salad topping. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chicken salad with dried cranberries a try. You won't be disappointed!