Best Fabulous Chicken Salad Recipes

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FABULOUS FALL CHICKEN SALAD



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Glazed pecans, crisp apples, and sweet dried cranberries give this salad a fall taste that is sure to satisfy all year round.

Provided by Andrea Parker

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package mixed salad greens, or to taste
2 medium Fuji apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup glazed pecans
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 medium green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil when the pan is hot. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes, then slice into strips.
  • Toss salad greens, apples, cranberries, pecans, Parmesan cheese, and green onions together in a large bowl until well blended. Top with chicken and serve with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 43.8 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 581.2 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD



Fabulous Chicken Salad image

This is a wonderful chicken salad. Apple and grapes add freshness to the dish. We love the addition of coleslaw dressing mix to the salad. It adds a touch of sweetness and makes the chicken salad extra creamy. This would be perfect for a light lunch or snack.

Provided by Stacey Vadas

Categories     Salads

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
32 oz low-salt, fat-free chicken broth
3 stalk(s) celery, minced
1 small white onion, minced
1 c seedless red grapes, quartered
1/2 granny smith apple, diced
3/4 c mayonnaise
3/4 c Kraft 1-step coleslaw maker
1/2 tsp curry powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Place chicken breasts in a large pot with chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken breasts are thoroughly cooked.
  • 2. Cool slightly and then either shred or cut into small chunks.
  • 3. Meanwhile, mince the celery and onion. Quarter the grapes. Dice the apples.
  • 4. Mix the mayonnaise and coleslaw mix together. Fold in the chicken and all the prepared ingredients along with the curry powder. Mix well. If desired, add salt and pepper to taste. (I do not use any salt in this recipe--only freshly ground pepper; you can also increase the curry powder to 3/4 teaspoon if you wish a stronger flavor).
  • 5. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend. Keep refrigerated.

FAST & FABULOUS THAI CHICKEN SALAD



Fast & Fabulous Thai Chicken Salad image

This healthful recipe looks time-consuming, but it's as simple as can be. Aside from mixing, the only prep work is chopping a red pepper. It's a real crowd-pleaser. -Elinor Ives, Fiskdale, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1/3 cup sesame ginger salad dressing
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chow mein noodles
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix and salad dressing. Transfer to a serving platter. Combine chicken and peanut sauce; place over coleslaw mixture. Top with red pepper, noodles and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FOREVERMAMA'S FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD



ForeverMama's Fabulous Chicken Salad image

This recipe has been developed from experimenting and tweaking until a great chicken salad was achieved. This chicken salad is OUR FAVORITE! It is good enough to serve for a special occasion/holiday. I hope it becomes your favorite too.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small rotisserie chicken
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing (Ken's brand preferred)
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 -1 1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 cups chopped celery
2 -4 scallions, stalks finely chopped (amount is depending on your taste)
1/2 red onion, diced
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2-1 small lime juice, freshly squeezed
1 lime peel, grated (optional)
3/4 teaspoon all purpose seasoning (or to taste, Adobo seasoning, Goya brand)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Remove meat from rotisserie chicken. Chop into bite size pieces. Add to large bowl; set aside.
  • In a medium size bowl, add the next 9 ingredients; mix to blend. Add lime juice, adobo seasoning and black pepper to taste. Add to chicken and combine to distribute all ingredients evenly. Taste for seasoning and correct, if necessary. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • NOTE: Concerning the seasonings, I don't always add exactly the amounts given, it's all a matter of taste.
  • Tip: I sometimes add a bit of sugar, if I went over too much on the lime juice or if I want a hint of sweetness. I add about 1/2 - 1 tsp sugar.
  • Another Tip: If you go over too much on the salt, add a few more drops of lime juice. Both lime and lemon juice, make the saltiness disapear. Of course test it bit by bit when adding lemon or lime juice, because you don't want to over power with the juice flavor. This tip is one of the secrets of the restaurant trade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 63.9, Sodium 243.9, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 16.3

MAXINE'S FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD



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My cousin Maxine is a marvelous cook. I have never had a meal at her house I didn't love. Maxine taught me how to make Southern Fried Chicken, as my Grandmother and Mother did not make Fried Chicken as we do here in America. It's still one of my favorite dishes. My son loves Chicken Salad and this is his favorite.

Provided by Bonnie Beck

Categories     Salads

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 organic chicken breasts, cooked, skinned, deboned, diced
3 organic raw celery stalks, cleaned and chopped
seedless red grapes, cut in half (as many as you like)
1 pkg almonds, slivered and toasted lightly
1/2 c mayonnaise, hellman's or best food
1/4 c milk, cream, or half/half
pepper and salt to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Take the chicken breasts you have cooked, deboned, skinned, diced, and place them in a chilled bowl. Add the celery and grapes halves.
  • 2. Mix the mayo with a little milk to thin. Add to the chicken, celery and grape. Mix. Add your pepper and salt. Mix. Refrigerate.
  • 3. Just before serving add the toasted slivered almonds and toss to incorporate. Serve.

FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD



FABULOUS CHICKEN SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Healthy

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup olive oil
2tbs balsamic vinegar
2tbs oiled sun-died tomatoes
2tbs chopped basil
1/4 tsp sugar
2 garlic cloves minced
5 cups of Mesclun salad
1 avocado
1 cup cherry tomatoes
4 green onions
1 lb chicken
1/2 tsp each salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1- In small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, sundried tomatoes, basil, sugar & garlic. Wash Mesclun & place in bowl with chopped avocado. Slice tomatoes in 1/2 & slice green onions. Cut chicken into bite size, sprinkle with salt and pepper. 2- Stir dressing. Pour 2 tbs into frying pan. Add chicken & cook 5 minutes or until no longer pink. 3- Pour in remaining dressing & add tomatoes and green onions. Toss with chicken. Cook 1 minute. Add chicken mixture to Mesclun and avocado. Delicious!

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