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Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad: Easy and Flavorful Summer Delight

This Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of savory and tart with a hint of spice, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 cups
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • bowl

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup dried tart cherries
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 2 jalapeno peppers seeds removed and diced
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together the mayo, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the shredded chicken, cherries, almonds, peppers, onions, celery and parsley. Taste and season more if needed. This can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It tastes better as it sits.

Notes

This recipe is great for making ahead and can be served on sandwiches or with crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cherry, chicken, easy, jalapeno, salad, summer
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