Creamy Chicken Salad with Cherries

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
• 1 cup grapes, halved (optional)
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook the chicken breast using your preferred method, such as poaching, grilling, or roasting it until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Allow it to cool completely on a cutting board before shredding or dicing into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, halved cherries, chopped celery, and diced red onion. If you opted for the walnuts or grapes, fold them in gently at this stage. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula.
4. Chill: Cover the salad tightly with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve: Once chilled, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled on its own or on a bed of fresh greens.