Best Basil Walnut Chicken Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

THIN-SLICED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH WALNUTS, CHICKEN, AND BASIL BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Thin-Sliced Vegetable Salad with Walnuts, Chicken, and Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette image

The flavors of Italy unite in this colorful salad featuring shredded thin-sliced chicken breast, a variety of salad greens, walnuts, and a basil balsamic-vinegar dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 medium garlic clove, minced or pressed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
1 bunch arugula, stems trimmed, washed, dried, torn into bite-size pieces
1 small head radicchio, quartered, core removed, thinly sliced
1 small head Boston lettuce, washed, dried, torn into bite-size pieces
1 medium fennel bulb, stalk and fronds removed, base trimmed, bulb cut in half lengthwise, cored, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 medium red pepper, cored, seeded, halved crosswise, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
Ground black pepper
1 large endive, leaves separated, washed and dried
Sea salt
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
Sea salt

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt; place the broth (or water) and chicken in a small stockpot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook until chicken is just done, about 10 minutes. Remove breasts; cool, shred, and set aside. Reserve broth for future use.
  • Place basil, vinegar, garlic, oil, and salt to taste in blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss arugula, radicchio, lettuce, fennel, red pepper, onion, walnuts, 1/2 cup salad dressing, and salt and pepper to taste. Place three endive leaves in a three-pointed star with tips facing out on four individual dinner plates or wide shallow bowls. Place equal mounds of salad in center. Arrange chicken on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 g, Cholesterol 55 g, Fat 30 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 30 g

PARMESAN AND BASIL CHICKEN SALAD



Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad image

A creamy, yummy chicken salad that is a little different from the usual recipes.

Provided by Janet Schaufele

Categories     Salad

Time 1h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped fresh basil
2 cloves crushed garlic
3 stalks celery, chopped
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Let cool, and chop into chunks.
  • In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise, basil, garlic, and celery.
  • Combine the chunked chicken, pureed mixture, and Parmesan cheese; toss. Refrigerate, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

WALNUT-CHICKEN SALAD



Walnut-Chicken Salad image

Rotisserie chicken, fresh berries and a yogurt dressing whip up into a delicious dinner salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup Yoplait® Original yogurt lemon burst
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash salt
3 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sliced or quartered strawberries
Bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients.
  • In large bowl, mix chicken, celery and walnuts. Add dressing; toss. Fold in strawberries. Serve on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



Basic Chicken Salad image

This basic chicken salad is a family favorite. I like to use baked thighs or breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Toss with chicken, almonds, and celery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 403 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

BASIL CHICKEN SALAD



Basil Chicken Salad image

You're 10 minutes away from fresh, homemade chicken salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

BASIL CHICKEN SALAD



Basil Chicken Salad image

This recipe comes from the 3 Fat Chicks website. I've made it several times already, and it's always been a bit hit with my family and guests. It's wonderful to serve on a hot summer's evening on the patio.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil
6 cups shredded fresh spinach
1 1/2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients and stir well.
  • Combine chicken, celery, green onions and basil in a medium bowl.
  • Add the mayonnaise mixture and toss gently.
  • Place 1 cup spinach on each of 6 salad plates.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly over each plate.
  • Sprinkle with pine nuts.

WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



Walnut Chicken Salad image

Make and share this Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cooked chicken, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
4 tablespoons dill pickle relish
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken through relish; mix well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour creamy dressing mixture into chicken salad mixture and mix everything together well.
  • Serve on lettuce or croissants/rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.9, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 176.6, Sodium 496.9, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 26.4

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

You'll also love

Roasted BBQ Chicken with Red Devil Rub_image Roasted BBQ Chicken with Red Devil Rub

Wasabi-Crusted Chicken Breasts Recipe - (4.2/5)_image Wasabi Crusted Chicken Breasts Recipe (4.2/5)

Potluck Orzo Pasta Salad_image Potluck Orzo Pasta Salad

Claussen Pickles_image Claussen Pickles

Chicken & Shrimp Fettuccine_image Chicken & Shrimp Fettuccine

Garlic Soup with Poached Eggs_image Garlic Soup with Poached Eggs

Bolo De Cereveja - Beer Cake - Portugal_image Bolo De Cereveja Beer Cake Portugal

Slow-Cooker Chocolate Pots de Creme_image Slow Cooker Chocolate Pots de Creme

Halloween Butterfinger Eyes_image Halloween Butterfinger Eyes

Hooters Hot Wings Recipe by Rose Mary_image Hooters Hot Wings Recipe by Rose Mary

Soup- Lobster, Shrimp and Corn Chowder Recipe - (4.6/5)_image Soup Lobster, Shrimp and Corn Chowder Recipe (4.6/5)

Grandma's Roast Lemon Chicken_image Grandma's Roast Lemon Chicken

Kona Grill's Big Island Meatloaf Recipe - (4.5/5)_image Kona Grill's Big Island Meatloaf Recipe (4.5/5)

Corn Chowder_image Corn Chowder

S'more Caramel Cookie Cups_image S'more Caramel Cookie Cups

Venison Chile con Carne_image Venison Chile con Carne

COOKED PUMPKIN_image COOKED PUMPKIN

Pork Roulade with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Stuffing and Mustard Mashed Potatoes_image Pork Roulade with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Stuffing and Mustard Mashed Potatoes

Stuffed Pork Chops with Dijon Butter Sauce_image Stuffed Pork Chops with Dijon Butter Sauce

Almond Brittle Dipped in Chocolate_image Almond Brittle Dipped in Chocolate

Related Topics

Best Fresh Sweet Cranberry Sauce With A Twist Recipes

Best Grilled Steak And Eggs Recipes