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Homemade Rosemary Chicken Salad

This flavorful chicken salad is a lovely mix of savory herbs, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026
Homemade Rosemary Chicken Salad
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
4

Rosemary chicken salad is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something quick but still special. It combines tender shredded chicken with the brightness of dried cranberries and the crunch of toasted pecans for a really wonderful texture in every single bite.

The herb dressing makes all the difference here, especially with that fresh hit of rosemary. It is perfect for a light lunch on a warm day, and you can serve it in a lettuce wrap or on your favorite toasted sourdough bread.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced fresh rosemary, lemon juice, and garlic powder.

  2. 2

    Stir the mixture well until the herbs are evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Add the shredded chicken, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Gently fold everything together until the chicken is fully coated in the dressing.

  5. 5

    Taste the salad and add salt and pepper as needed.

  6. 6

    Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

💡 Tips

Store this salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For the best texture, add the toasted pecans right before you serve so they stay nice and crunchy.

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