Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this tantalizing chicken salad that captures the essence of tropical paradise. Prepared with succulent chicken, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing infused with Caribbean spices, this dish promises a delightful culinary journey. Embark on a Caribbean escapade with our versatile chicken salad, perfect for light lunches, refreshing summer picnics, or as an elegant appetizer. Discover the secrets behind this delectable salad and recreate the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean in your kitchen.
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CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
Work that skillet with the chicken and seasonings, and you'll cruise upon Island flavors to brag about without leaving home!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 27m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken in heavy-duty resealable plastic food-storage bag. Sprinkle seasoning blend over chicken; seal bag and shake until chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet; drain on paper towels.
- Toss salad greens, peaches, onion and bell pepper in large bowl; divide evenly among 8 plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 850 mg
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
This is a great summer salad. It's really easy to make, and kids love it. I like to stuff the salad into pitas and serve it like that, but it can stand alone as well.
Provided by mosma
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 42m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk lime juice, honey, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle in oil, whisking until thickened.
- Place 1/4 c dressing in a shallow dish. Add chicken and marinate, covered, in fridge for 1 hour.
- Heat grill to medium and oil rack. Grill Chicken for 6 minutes per side, until cooked through, or broil for 5 min per side.
- Cool slightly, then cut into 1/2"-thick slices.
- Put remaining ingredients and chicken into a bowl. Drizzle with remaining dressing.
- Optional: Stuff salad into pitas and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.6, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 91.3, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 16.1, Sugar 19.6, Protein 35.6
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
With just a few things done ahead of time, your dinner can be a breeze.
Provided by Marcy Dzurisin
Categories Salad
Time 2h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the chicken in a bowl, and cover with the teriyaki marinade sauce. Marinate at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- In a small bowl mix the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro. Cover salsa, and refrigerate.
- In a small bowl, mix the mustard, honey, sugar, oil, vinegar, and lime juice. Cover dressing, and refrigerate.
- Preheat the grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil grill grate. Place chicken on the grill, and discard marinade. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.
- Arrange mixed salad greens on plates. Spoon some of the salsa over each salad, and sprinkle with 1/4 of the pineapple chunks. Break tortilla chips into large chunks, and sprinkle over salads. Lay some of the grilled chicken strips on each salad. Finally, drizzle dressing over each salad, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.9 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1561.1 mg, Sugar 44.2 g
CARIBBEAN STYLE CHICKEN SALAD
I made this recipe to use up some leftover grilled chicken. The chicken was grilled using a Caribbean Jerk marinade, so I wanted to enhance that characteristic. This is the recipe I ended up creating, the kids loved it and so did I. "Cooking" time is actually chilling time.
Provided by Catfish Charlie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut the chicken, plum, and celery into bite-sized pieces and cut the grapes in half.
- Zest and juice the 1/2 lime, or use 3 whole limes if using key limes.
- Roughly chop the cilantro.
- In a bowl, mix the fruit, chicken, lime juice and zest together with all the remaining ingredients.
- Chill for 1/2 hour and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 416.6, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 3.8
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
"A friend of mine loved the food served at her wedding reception. Afterward, we re-created the menu, including this salad with its refreshing citrus accent."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine chicken and 1/4 cup pina colada mix. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir chicken mixture over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from the heat; set aside., Combine the tangerines, celery, pineapple, onion and olives in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, mayonnaise, cheese, garlic, salt, pepper and the remaining pina colada mix., Add chicken and romaine to the tangerine mixture; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LAYERED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
For a tropical theme party or casual buffet, this colorful creation will bring a ray of sunshine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 3-quart glass trifle bowl, layer lettuce, chicken, black beans, tomatoes and mangoes.
- In jar with tight-fitting lid, shake dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately. Or, cover and refrigerate salad and dressing separately up to 4 hours; drizzle salad with dressing just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
Dressing made with lime and curry powder gives this chicken and rice salad island flavor. Golden raisins, tomatoes and peanuts add color and crunch.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 15m
Yield Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine chicken, rice, tomatoes, celery and raisins in large bowl.
- Beat oil, lime juice, curry powder, onion salt, dry mustard and hot pepper sauce with wire whisk until well blended. Add to chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover.
- Refrigerate several hours or until chilled. Stir in peanuts just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 580 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 15 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe avocado for a creamy and flavorful salad.
- Choose a sweet and juicy mango for a tropical twist.
- Use high-quality mayonnaise for a rich and creamy dressing.
- Add some chopped red onion for a bit of spice.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish the salad with chopped cilantro or parsley for a pop of color.
Conclusion:
This Caribbean-style chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its tropical flavors and creamy texture, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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