Best Crunchy Poppy Seed Chicken Salad Recipes

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CRUNCHY POPPYSEED CHICKEN SALAD



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Broccoli slaw and cashews bring the crunchy to this easy (and better-for-you) chicken salad tossed with poppyseed dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Sauces & Condiments

Time 15m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups broccoli slaw
2 large red peppers, thinly sliced
4 carrots, shredded
1 can (8 oz.) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
1/2 cup KRAFT Creamy Poppyseed Dressing
1/4 cup PLANTERS Cashews

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except dressing and nuts in large bowl.
  • Add dressing; toss to coat.
  • Top with nuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 16 g

CHICKEN POPPY SEED SALAD



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Juicy berries, crisp sugar snap peas and crunchy pecans complement the lime-marinated chicken in this pretty salad. The homemade sweet-sour dressing is simply delicious. -Rebekah Radewahn, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings plus 1 cup leftover dressing.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons thawed limeade concentrate
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
DRESSING:
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
SALAD:
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine limeade concentrate and pepper; add the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours., Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds., In a large serving bowl, toss spinach with strawberries, peas, onion, chicken and 1/2 cup dressing. Sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 35g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

ALMOND POPPY SEED CHICKEN SALAD



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Chicken Salad is a classic American dish everyone loves. This recipe includes lean chicken breasts, fresh crisp celery, sweet grapes, crunchy almonds, and a creamy Greek yogurt and mayo based poppy seed dressing. In other words say hello to your new favorite lunch!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, (cooked, chilled and diced into small cubes*)
1 1/3 cups red grapes, (halved)
3/4 cup small diced celery
1/2 cup sliced almonds, (toasted)
1/3 cup chopped green onions ((green portion only))
2/3 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt*
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp poppy seeds
1 tsp dijon mustard
3/4 tsp salt, (or to taste)

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Mix all dressing ingredients together in a medium bowl until well combined.
  • For the salad: Add all chicken salad ingredients to a large mixing bowl or a salad bowl. Add dressing and toss to evenly coat.
  • Store in refrigerator. Serve within 1 - 2 hours for best results (it's still good for another day but the almonds soften a little and the grapes juices run into the dressing).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 599 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

POPPY SEED CHICKEN SALAD



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This attractive, chilled salad captures the lively flavor of the season in a snap. Renee Glowe of Clayton, Wisconsin combines tangy cranberries with pasta and toasted almonds for a standout dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped celery
1/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain well. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the chicken, almonds, onion, cranberries and celery. Stir in the pasta. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CRUNCHY POPPY SEED CHICKEN SALAD



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This is so versatile that you can add/omit as desired. Use almonds or any other type nut instead of cashews, and get a low-cal poppyseed dressing to lower the fat content.

Provided by CoffeeB

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups broccoli coleslaw mix
2 large red peppers, thinly sliced
4 medium carrots, shredded
8 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained
6 ounces chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup poppy seed dressing
1/4 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except dressing and cashews in a large bowl.
  • Add dress and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 36.3, Sodium 170, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 6, Sugar 16.5, Protein 15.8

CHICKEN POPPY SEED SALAD



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Saw this on Trisha's Southern Cooking. She put it on sandwiches with the crusts cut off and cut in a triangle.. I would prefer it on lettuce or a wrap. I only used 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill. My family does not care for it.

Provided by Jane from Ohio

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
4 cups seedless grapes, halved
2 cups slivered almonds
2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons dried dill (I used a 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill)

Steps:

  • Boil chicken in a large pot filled with water until done (about 45 min).
  • Drain the chicken and set aside to cool.
  • once the chicken is cooled, dice into small pieces and place in a small mixing bowl.
  • Add the celery, grapes, almonds mayonnaise, salt, pepper, poppy seeds and dill.
  • Mix until the salad is fully combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.3, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 60.5, Sodium 171.5, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 24.7

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