This cherry jalapeño chicken salad is full of bright, balanced flavors — savory chicken, a touch of heat from jalapeños, crunchy almonds and a chewy tart-sweet bite from dried cherries. It’s easy to prepare ahead and perfect on sandwiches, with crackers, or simply served over greens.
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Here’s a sneak peek at one of my favorite recipes from the book: cherry jalapeño chicken salad. It’s a reliable make-ahead lunch or snack that I keep coming back to—tangy, crunchy and just a little spicy.
I love opening the fridge and finding this ready to enjoy.
Imagine a chicken salad loaded with texture: tender shredded chicken, crisp celery and green onions, sliced almonds for crunch, dried tart cherries for chewy sweetness, and diced jalapeño for gentle heat. The dressing is simple — mayo, Greek yogurt, Dijon and lemon — letting the mix-ins shine.
Dreamy!
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Cherry Jalapeño Chicken Salad
Cherry Jalapeno Chicken Salad
2
cups
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon, juiced
- kosher salt and pepper
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup dried tart cherries
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeds removed and diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Stir in the shredded chicken, dried cherries, sliced almonds, diced jalapeños, green onions, celery and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; flavors deepen as it sits.
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