TARRAGON CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND PECANS

Chicken salad is perfect this time of year, especially if you start with a rotisserie chicken.  According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, rotisserie chickens “emerged as a supermarket staple in the 1990s, paving the way for the array of prepared foods that grocery stores sell today.”  I buy one at least once a week, and it’s an easy shortcut to a tasty meal.

This chicken salad is a favorite of ours, with lots of textures and flavors to keep it interesting.  We don’t like it too mayonnaise-y, but you may wish to add extra mayo for a creamier chicken salad.

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TARRAGON CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND PECANS
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Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup chopped dried sweetened cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried
  • ½ cup mayo (more, if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon champagne or rice wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.