Best 7 Almond Fruited Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Almond Fruited Chicken Salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will elevate your taste buds to new heights. This delectable dish combines succulent chicken, crisp apples, crunchy celery, and the nutty goodness of almonds, all harmoniously bound together by a creamy and tangy dressing. As you savor each bite, the sweetness of the fruits, the savoriness of the chicken, and the subtle crunch of the almonds create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This versatile dish can be enjoyed on its own, served as a sandwich filling, or spooned over a bed of fresh greens. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this easy-to-make yet extraordinary salad, sure to impress family and friends alike.

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NAPA ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD (PANERA COPYCAT)



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If love the chicken salad at Panera Bakery, you are going to adore this homemade version of their Napa almond chicken salad. The chicken salad is covered in a creamy mayo dressing for one of the best sandwich fillings you'll find!

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course     Salad     Sandwiches

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped)
1 cup diced celery
1 cup seedless grapes (sliced)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
8 slices bread
2 roma tomatoes tomatoes (sliced)
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, lemon pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. Rub the seasoning mixture and 1 tablespoon olive oil over the chicken breasts. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken breasts, cooking for 5-6 minutes on each side, until the breasts are golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Let the chicken breasts cool. Then, chop into small small chunks.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together. Add in the chicken, celery, grapes, and almonds.
  • Spread an even amount of chicken salad on 4 slices of bread. Top with tomato slices, lettuce, and the other slice of bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 693 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 167 mg, Sodium 1509 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a great summer salad that can be prepared ahead of time so you can enjoy the day.

Provided by LINDA W.

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 large carrot, shredded
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
½ pound sugar snap peas, halved
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast meat
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
½ cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon ground dry mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the onions, carrot, red pepper, peas, chicken, cilantro and almonds. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, teriyaki sauce and dry mustard until smooth. Pour over salad mixture and toss until coated. Serve in pita pockets or on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 236.8 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

ALMOND-APRICOT CHICKEN SALAD



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Here's a one-of-a-kind pasta salad that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots and crunchy vegetables. Plus, the lemony dressing can't be beat. -Susan Voigt, Plymouth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta
1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, thinly sliced
3 cups coarsely chopped fresh broccoli
2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dried savory
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding apricots during the last 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; place in a large bowl. Add broccoli, chicken, onions and celery. , In a small bowl, combine the next eight ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving; fold in almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMONDS



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This unusual and refreshing chicken salad is perked up by the addition of toasted almonds, tangy pineapple, crunchy water chestnuts and sweet grapes.

Provided by sal

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups cubed, cooked chicken
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup halved green grapes
1 cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted
½ cup chopped water chestnuts
¼ cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the lemon juice. Cover and chill for 2 hours.
  • Mix the salad dressing, salt, pineapple, grapes, almonds, water chestnuts and lettuce into the chicken until evenly combined. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 787.6 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

ALMOND ORANGE CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH FENNEL ARUGULA SALAD



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Traditional chicken dinner gets a modern-day makeover with sliced almonds and orange zest to perk up an old standby. Use the left over orange slices for a refreshing side salad with arugula, fennel and lemon juice. Created by: Ellie Krieger cookbook author, "So Easy: Luscious Healthy Recipes for Every Meal of the Week"

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 orange
2 eggs whites
3/4 cup sliced almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup all purpose flour
4 pieces thin-sliced boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 1 pound total)
Cooking spray
1/2 small bulb of fennel, halved, cored and thinly sliced into half-moons (about 1 cup)
4 cups arugula, lightly packed, coarsely chopped if leaves are large
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 F degrees. Ten minutes before you are ready to cook the chicken, put a baking sheet in the oven to pre-heat.
  • Finely zest the orange and set the zest aside. Cut the top and bottom off of the orange, sit the orange on one end on a cutting board and cut the entire peel and pith off by cutting downward following the shape of the fruit. Then, using a paring knife, remove each section of orange from the membrane. Set the orange sections aside.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg white until slightly frothy. In a large shallow bowl or on a plate, combine the orange zest, almonds, and 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Put the flour on a large plate.
  • Remove the pre-heated baking sheet from the oven and spray with cooking spray.
  • Dip the chicken breasts, one at a time, first into the flour, shaking off any excess, then into the egg white, and then coat with the almond mixture and place on the baking sheet. Spray the top of the chicken with cooking spray. Bake for 6 minutes, turn and bake for 6 minutes more, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden.
  • While the chicken is cooking, combine the fennel, arugula and orange sections in a large bowl. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • To serve, place one large or two small chicken cutlets on each plate and top with a mound of the salad.

ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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My mother used to prepare this chicken salad with grapes and almonds for an evening meal during the hot summer months. It's my favorite of my mother's chicken salad recipes. You can also serve it as a delicious but quick luncheon or potluck dish. -Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup sliced green onions
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, grapes, celery, onions and eggs. In another bowl, combine the next 9 ingredients; stir until smooth. , Pour over the chicken mixture and toss gently. Stir in almonds and serve immediately, or refrigerate and add the almonds just before serving. Garnish with kiwi if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

ALMOND FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 oz cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 cups seedless grapes, halved
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup HEB more fruit mango spread
Salt & pepper
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, celery, grapes, mayo, and fruit spread in a mixing bowl and stir to combine. Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
  • Before serving, add the almonds to the chicken salad. Serve with your favorite bread or salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken. Shredded chicken can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • If you don't have mayonnaise, you can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • For a healthier version of this salad, use low-fat mayonnaise or yogurt and omit the added sugar.
  • To add a bit of crunch, add chopped celery or walnuts to the salad.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or greens, or in a whole-wheat pita pocket or wrap.

Conclusion:

Almond Fruited Chicken Salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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