Cranberry Chicken Salad Delight
This Cranberry Chicken Salad Delight is a vibrant twist on the classic chicken salad, incorporating sweet and tangy dried cranberries and juicy crushed pineapple for a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. The creamy base, made with mayonnaise and softened cream cheese, adds a rich texture that binds the ingredients beautifully while curry powder adds a subtle hint of warmth. Perfect for a lunch or snack, this delightful salad can be served on your favorite sourdough bread as a sandwich, or enjoyed on its own for a lighter option. Easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep or gatherings, this dish guarantees satisfaction with every serving!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
mayonnaise
1/2 cup (none)
softened cream cheese
3-4 ounces (softened)
curry powder
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
cooked chicken breasts
2 cups (finely chopped)
crushed pineapple
1/3 cup (none (reserve a few tablespoons of juice))
dried cranberries
1/4 cup (none)
onion
1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
celery ribs
4 (finely chopped)
sourdough bread
for serving (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and softened cream cheese. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
2
Add the curry powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl, stirring until the seasonings are evenly incorporated.
3
Gently fold in the finely chopped cooked chicken, ensuring each piece is coated with the creamy mixture.
4
Carefully stir in the crushed pineapple, dried cranberries, chopped onion, and celery. Adjust the texture and flavor by adding reserved pineapple juice as needed.
5
Once fully combined, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6
Serve the chicken salad on slices of sourdough bread, creating delicious sandwiches, or enjoy it in a bowl as a refreshing salad.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranberry Chicken Salad Delight?
It is a vibrant twist on classic chicken salad that incorporates sweet dried cranberries and juicy crushed pineapple for a refreshing burst of flavor.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients are cooked chicken breasts, mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, curry powder, crushed pineapple, dried cranberries, onion, celery, salt, and pepper.
How do you make the creamy base for the salad?
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of mayonnaise and 3-4 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
What type of chicken is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of finely chopped cooked chicken breasts.
How much curry powder should I add?
Use 1 teaspoon of curry powder to add a subtle hint of warmth to the salad.
What provides the sweetness in this recipe?
Sweetness comes from 1/4 cup of dried cranberries and 1/3 cup of crushed pineapple.
How do I adjust the texture of the chicken salad?
You can adjust the texture and flavor by adding reserved pineapple juice as needed.
What kind of bread is suggested for serving?
The recipe recommends serving the salad on sourdough bread.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, it is easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep or gatherings.
How much mayonnaise is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of mayonnaise.
How much cream cheese is needed?
You need 3-4 ounces of softened cream cheese.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to combine mayonnaise and softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth.
When do I add the curry powder?
Add the curry powder, salt, and pepper to the mayo and cream cheese mixture before adding the chicken.
How should the celery be prepared?
You should use 4 celery ribs that have been finely chopped.
How much onion is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of finely chopped onion.
Can I eat this as a lighter option?
Yes, you can enjoy it in a bowl on its own for a lighter meal option.
What seasonings are used besides curry powder?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
How do I incorporate the chicken into the base?
Gently fold in the finely chopped cooked chicken until each piece is coated with the creamy mixture.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The specific serving size is not provided, but it is intended for lunches or snacks.
Can this be used for gatherings?
Yes, it is specifically mentioned as being ideal for gatherings.
What makes the texture rich?
The combination of mayonnaise and cream cheese creates a rich texture that binds the ingredients.
Is the pineapple juice used?
Yes, a few tablespoons of juice should be reserved from the crushed pineapple to adjust the texture.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 11 ingredients listed in the recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include chicken salad, lunch, snack, cranberry, pineapple, sourdough, and meal prep.
Should the chicken be warm or cold?
The recipe calls for cooked chicken breasts, which are typically cooled before being chopped for salad.
How much pineapple is needed?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of crushed pineapple.
How much dried cranberries are used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of dried cranberries.
What should I do after mixing all ingredients?
You should taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Can I serve this as a sandwich?
Yes, it is designed to be served on sourdough bread as a delicious sandwich.
What describes the overall flavor profile?
It is a refreshing mix of sweet, tangy, and creamy with a hint of warmth from curry powder.