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PINEAPPLE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PECANS

These tasty morsels will help get your party started. Created with health and nutrition in mind.

Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: N/A

INGREDIENTS:

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 (9.75 oz. can) premium chicken breast, drained
1 (8 oz. can) crushed pineapple, thoroughly drained
1/2 cup canned whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
kosher salt and cracked black pepper

PREPARATION:

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and paprika until combined.

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, water chestnuts, celery, red onion, pecans, and parsley. Fold in the dressing, tossing to fully coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill completely before serving.

Serving suggestions: In addition to enjoying on its own, this chicken salad is perfect on a soft roll with a slice of tomato and a fresh leaf of lettuce for a simple sandwich or used as a filling for a wrap.