Pecan & Apple Chicken Salad | A nice, light transitional food into fall!

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: fresh cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are often less expensive and add sweetness

mixed greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: iceberg lettuce

Iceberg lettuce is budget-friendly and adds crunch

Poach the chicken in a cooler boyon made with celery, carrot, lemon, onion, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, peppercorns, and salt.

Simmer the chicken until it reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

Melt butter in a pan and add pecans, maple syrup, cinnamon, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, stirring until coated.

Spread the pecans on parchment paper to cool.

Make the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, black pepper, and salt.

Combine the poached chicken with the dressing and any additional ingredients as desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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