Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Ingredients:

For the Dressing:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons honey, softened
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• Salt, to taste

For the Salad:

• 4 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast (about 2 chicken breasts)
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 4 green onions, chopped

Instructions:

Prepare the Poppy Seed Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, softened honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds until smooth and well combined.
2. Season with salt according to your taste preferences. Set aside.

Assemble the Salad:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken breast, chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and chopped green onions.
2. Toss gently to mix.

Dress the Salad:

1. Pour the prepared Poppy Seed Dressing over the salad ingredients.
2. Using a large spoon or salad tongs, toss the salad until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
3. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Chill and Serve:

1. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but recommended.
2. Serve the salad chilled, on its own or over a bed of mixed greens, as a refreshing and satisfying meal.