Description

This Cranberry Jalapeño Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad. Combining shredded chicken with the sweetness of dried cranberries and the spicy kick of jalapeños, this recipe balances creamy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, and herbs. Perfect as a light lunch or party appetizer, serve it on crackers or as a sandwich filling for a refreshing, easy-to-make dish.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Salad

2 cups shredded chicken
½ cup dried cranberries
2 medium jalapeños, diced (with or without seeds depending on your preferred spice level)
4 green onions, sliced
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Serving

Crackers, for serving
Sliced bread, to make into sandwiches

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, dried cranberries, diced jalapeños, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro. Then add the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until fully combined. Taste the salad and adjust the seasonings as needed to suit your preference.
Serve: Serve the chicken salad chilled with your favorite crackers or spoon it onto sliced bread to make delicious sandwiches.

Notes

You can adjust the spiciness by adding or removing jalapeño seeds.
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
For a creamier texture, increase the amount of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise.
This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Optional: Add chopped celery or apples for extra crunch and sweetness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken salad, cranberry chicken salad, jalapeño chicken salad, no-cook chicken salad, quick chicken salad, spicy chicken salad, healthy chicken recipes