Embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Chicken Wild Rice Salad with Dried Cherries, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant salad showcases tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a medley of dried cherries, toasted almonds, and red onion, all harmoniously combined in a creamy dressing. As you savor each bite, the sweet and tangy notes of the cherries dance on your palate, while the crunchy almonds add a satisfying textural contrast. Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our Spinach and Strawberry Salad, a refreshing blend of baby spinach, ripe strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals, making it a nourishing choice for any occasion.
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WILD RICE SALAD WITH CHICKEN, DRIED CHERRIES & GOAT CHEESE
This tasty salad has a fantastic combination of sweet and savory flavors, and is easy to throw together on a weeknight.
Provided by Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck
Categories Entrees
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the wild rice blend according to package directions. Fluff with a fork. Transfer the rice to a large bowl to cool.
- Add the chicken, kale, dried cherries and goat cherries, and stir gently to combine.
- Pour in the dressing and toss to coat. Serve.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder and rosemary.
- While whisking, slowly pour in the olive oil. Whisk until combined.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 91 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g
CHERRY WILD RICE SALAD
While touring Door County, I sampled this salad. As soon as I got home, I wrote the lady who'd made it requesting the recipe. The mix of rice, vegetables and orchard-fresh fruit is a tasty way to remember Wisconsin's premier cherry-growing area. -Yvonne Gorges, New London, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, in a blender, combine the sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger; cover and process until blended. , Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Just before serving, stir in the cashews.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD
"Juicy red grapes, crunchy cashews and water chestnuts and a touch of tarragon make this wild rice salad a big hit at our family reunion," reports Mary Ann Morgan of Powder Springs, Georgia. "I fix it often at home for potluck dinners."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, rice, water chestnuts and green onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, salt, tarragon and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Just before serving, fold in grapes and sprinkle with cashews.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WILD RICE WITH CHERRIES
Provided by Claire Robinson
Categories side-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, add the stock, wild rice and salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and is beginning to split, about 30 to 40 minutes. Drain of any excess liquid and fold in the cherries, nuts and parsley. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and serve.
WILD RICE CHICKEN SALAD
If you like chicken salad, you'll love this one! It is good plain with crackers or served in a pita or a croissant. It is wonderful for women's luncheons. Everyone loves it.
Provided by Chef Doozer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions. Drain and cool to room temperature. Add rest of ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and chill a couple hours before serving (overnight is fine).
- Tips: I have been using the Uncle Ben's 90 second microwave pouch for the rice part. I use the long grain and wild rice mix.
- I also think it tastes better with canned chicken.
CHICKEN WITH DRIED CHERRY SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken with Dried Cherry Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place flour and salt in a bag-add chicken-shake to coat.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken, cook 8 minutes on each side-depending on the size of the breasts-until done.
- Remove chicken and set aside, keeping warm.
- Add juice to skillet and the next 5 ingredients, bringing mixture to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat, simmering for 5 minutes.
- Combine cornstarch and water-add to juice mixture.
- Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat.
- Serve sauce with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.6, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 78, Sodium 442.4, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 11.9, Protein 26.2
WILD RICE SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED CHERRIES
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories side dish
Time 3h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the cherries or cranberries in a bowl, pour the wine over them and set aside to soak 2 to 3 hours.
- Put the rice and stock in a saucepan, bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook about 45 minutes, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Drain the rice well and put it in a bowl. Drain the cherries and add them to the rice, along with the scallions and walnuts.
- Beat the vinegar and mustard together, beat in the oil, pour the dressing over the rice and toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 315, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN-WILD RICE CASSEROLE WITH DRIED CHERRIES
Check out this hearty chicken and rice casserole - perfect for a slow cooked flavorful dinner.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 4h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix wild rice, cherries, onion, carrots, celery, applesauce and salt in 6-quart slow cooker. Arrange chicken drumsticks and thighs over rice mixture. Pour soup over chicken; pour broth over all. Sprinkle thyme on chicken.
- Cover and cook on high heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until wild rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg
WILD RICE SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES
This wild rice side dish is bursting with flavor, thanks to cherries, garlic, and ginger.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Rice Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir together rice, 6 cups water, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer until rice is tender and beginning to burst, about 45 minutes. Drain.
- Stir sugar, lemon juice, and vinegar in a small bowl; set aside. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots, garlic, ginger, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until shallots are translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in cherries and 1/2 cup water. Cook until cherries are plump, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar mixture.
- Stir together cherry mixture and rice in a large dish. Cover; let stand at least 1 hour (or refrigerate overnight). Just before serving, stir in parsley.
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD
Categories Salad Chicken Fruit Quick & Easy Lunch Buffet Apple Celery Fall Potluck Wild Rice Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, then add rice and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and most grains are split open, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Drain well and cool.
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, remaining salt (or to taste), and pepper.
- Combine rice with remaining ingredients in a large bowl, then gently toss with vinaigrette.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use cooked chicken that is still slightly warm.
- If you don't have any dried cherries, you can substitute dried cranberries or raisins.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and rice according to the recipe, then let them cool completely. Store the chicken and rice separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, combine the chicken, rice, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl and toss to coat.
- This salad is also great for a picnic or potluck. Just pack it in a cooler with ice packs to keep it chilled.
Conclusion:
This chicken wild rice salad with dried cherries is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try.
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