Best Spiced Up Chicken Salad Recipes

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SPICY CHICKEN SALAD



Spicy Chicken Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups shredded chicken
1 jalapeno, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 avocado, peeled and diced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Splash of hot sauce
Salt
Pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large bowl. In a small bowl, stir together lime juice, mustard, mayonnaise, hot sauce and salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while constantly stirring with fork. Pour dressing over chicken mixture in large bowl and toss to combine. Serve over greens or as a sandwich.

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

SPICY CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Spicy Chicken Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, water, sake, fresh ginger, scallions, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili bean paste, sesame oil, toasted sesame seed, garlic, grated ginger, tomato, cucumber, fresh cilantro

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 cups water
1 cup sake
2 slices fresh ginger
2 scallions, green parts only
4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons chili bean paste
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed
1 teaspoon garlic, grated
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tomato, sliced
1 cucumber, julienned
1 fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a medium-size pot, add the chicken breast, water, sake, sliced ginger, and scallions, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Once the water is boiling, flip the chicken breast over and put the lid on top of the pot. Turn off the heat and leave the pot sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Chill in the fridge.
  • In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients and mix well.
  • On a plate, arrange the sliced tomatoes, julienned cucumbers, and sliced chicken breast.
  • Top with cilantro and drizzle with sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 19 grams

SPICY CHICKEN SALAD



Spicy Chicken Salad image

Try a Spicy Chicken Salad for a little extra attitude. This Spicy Chicken Salad has chili powder and cayenne pepper, plush a dash of cinnamon, too.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup KRAFT Light Mayo Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
dash ground cinnamon
6 cups red and green grapes
30 saltine crackers

Steps:

  • Toss chicken, celery and onions in large bowl.
  • Mix next 5 ingredients until blended. Add to chicken mixture; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled. Serve each portion with 1 cup grapes and 5 crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

SPICY CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is a great skinless, chicken breast recipe that can be served over salad greens or as an entree! If serving over salad greens, cut chicken into strips and top with your favorite salsa or dressing.

Provided by Barbara Radford

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper. Set aside about 3 tablespoons of this seasoning mixture for the chicken; store the remainder in an airtight container for later use (for seasoning fish, meats, or vegetables).
  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Rub some of the reserved 3 tablespoons of seasoning onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on the grill, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1825.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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