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Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad: A Refreshing, Spicy Delight

This Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of savory, tart, and spicy flavors, perfect for any lunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 cups
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup dried tart cherries
  • 0.5 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 whole jalapeno peppers, seeds removed and diced
  • 2 whole 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 for best flavor. Perfect for sandwiches or with crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg
Keyword Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad, chicken salad, easy salad, hearty salad, refreshing salad, spicy salad
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