Place 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs in a pan and cover by about an inch with cold water.
Season the water with salt.
Turn the heat to medium until it reaches a gentle simmer.
Then reduce the heat back to low and cover the pan.
Let the chicken simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160-165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the chicken and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Then chill in the fridge.
Remove the chicken from the fridge and chop them with a knife.
Take a mixing bowl and put the chopped chicken thighs to the bowl.
Chop the pecans, celery, and red onions and add to the bowl.
Mix the ingredients with your hands or a spoon.
Now add mayonnaise, black pepper and salt.
Mix all the ingredients again until well mixed.
Your Chicken Salad is ready to serve!