Fresh And Healthy Smoked Chicken Salad for Quick Summer Meals

Discover the Fresh And Healthy Smoked Chicken Salad, perfect for quick summer meals in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Smoked Chicken leftovers or rotisserie chicken
1 cup Chopped Celery can substitute with bell peppers
1 cup Seedless Red Grapes can substitute with diced apples or dried cranberries
1/2 cup Chopped Pecans can substitute with walnuts or sunflower seeds
1/4 cup Chopped Scallions can substitute with green onions or chives

For the Dressing

1/2 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Raspberry Vinegar can substitute with white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Ground Paprika can use smoked paprika for a smoky touch
1 pinch Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

mixing bowl
knife
cutting board
whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

Chop the leftover smoked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine chopped smoked chicken, chopped celery, seedless red grapes, chopped pecans, and scallions. Stir gently.
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, raspberry vinegar, and ground paprika until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken salad mixture and gently toss to coat.
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes.
Serve the salad over fresh greens, with crackers, or in a sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling enhances the flavors, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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