In a medium bowl, whisk together your poppy seed dressing ingredients until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and diced apple. Mix gently yet thoroughly.

Pour the prepared poppy seed dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are well-coated.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Just before serving, give the salad a final toss and serve it on a bed of mixed greens.