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Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

A delightful and easy-to-make dish combining savory chicken with sweet and tangy honey mustard flavors, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons pure honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Salad Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, cubed or shredded
  • 1 stalk celery, diced (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1/3 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cashews

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, carrots, red onion, and cashews.
  3. Pour the honey mustard dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Serve with crackers, in a wrap, as a sandwich, or over lettuce greens. Garnish with additional toasted cashews and/or a dash of black pepper if desired.

Notes

For meal prep, this salad can be enjoyed throughout the week. It will stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. Consider storing the dressing separately for optimal freshness.