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Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad

Refreshing Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad for Summer Bliss

This Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing summer dish that combines tender chicken, juicy strawberries, and creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Pulled Rotisserie Chicken Use rotisserie for convenience.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Wash and slice.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Celery Can substitute with cucumber.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Green onion is a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts or almonds can be used.
  • 1 cup Poppy Seed Dressing Store-bought or homemade.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Light Mayo or Greek Yogurt Choose based on taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional for zing.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional for sweetness.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Knife
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by pulling apart the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and removing skin and bones.
  2. Wash and slice fresh strawberries, and prepare the chopped celery and red onion.
Combine Salad Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, gently fold in sliced strawberries, chopped celery, chopped red onion, and chopped pecans with the pulled chicken.
  2. Stir carefully to mix, ensuring strawberries remain intact for presentation.
Add Dressing
  1. Drizzle poppy seed dressing over the salad, coating all ingredients.
  2. If using homemade dressing, whisk it until smooth before adding.
Season and Adjust
  1. Taste the salad and sprinkle with salt and pepper to adjust flavors.
  2. Add lemon juice and honey if desired, then mix well.
Chill or Serve
  1. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh strawberries and consider making the salad a few hours in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 4-5 days.

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