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Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad: Refreshing & Healthy Twist on a Classic

Enjoy a Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad that's packed with flavor, blending savory, tart sweetness, and a little spice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 cups
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • kosher salt
  • pepper
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup dried tart cherries
  • 0.5 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 pieces jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and diced
  • 2 pieces 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

Make ahead of time to serve on sandwiches, with crackers and more.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword American cuisine, Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad, chicken salad, healthy salad, refreshing salad
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