Best 8 Cold Fruited Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and delectable summer treat with our Cold Fruited Chicken Salad, a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dish is given a vibrant twist with the addition of fresh fruits, creating a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory notes.

Our recipe collection features three variations of this beloved salad, each offering a unique culinary experience:

1. Classic Cold Fruited Chicken Salad: Savor the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe, where tender chicken, crisp celery, and crunchy walnuts mingle harmoniously with a creamy mayonnaise dressing.

2. Tropical Cold Fruited Chicken Salad: Embark on a tropical adventure with this vibrant version, featuring an enticing blend of pineapple, mango, and red grapes, complemented by a tangy honey-lime dressing.

3. Asian Cold Fruited Chicken Salad: Experience the exotic allure of this Asian-inspired salad, where succulent chicken meets a delightful combination of shredded carrots, bean sprouts, and red cabbage, all tossed in a savory sesame-ginger dressing.

Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply seeking a light and refreshing meal, our Cold Fruited Chicken Salad recipes offer a delightful array of options to satisfy your cravings.

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HEALTHY CHICKEN SALAD, MEDITERRANEAN STYLE



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This no-mayo healthy chicken salad recipe is chunky and loaded with Mediterranean favorites like shallots, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a handful of walnuts. It's tossed in a light and bright dressing A light and zippy dressing brings it all together!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 to 2 lemons
1 to 2 garlic cloves (minced)
3 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp sumac
½ tsp paprika
12 ounces cooked chicken, (shredded (Rotisserie chicken will work here) )
1 to 2 shallots (chopped)
2 celery stalks (chopped)
1 15- ounce can marinated artichoke hearts, (drained and chopped)
1 to 2 ounces sundried tomatoes (chopped)
Handful fresh Italian parsley (about 1 cup packed, chopped)
1/3 cup shelled walnuts (chopped)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, add the dressing ingredients and whisk to combine.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, shallots, celery, artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, parsley, and walnuts. Season with a good pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Pour dressing over the chicken salad, toss to combine.
  • For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 kcal, Sodium 387.1 mg, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.6 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD



Classic Chicken Salad image

A classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
½ cup mayonnaise
1 stalk celery (chopped)
1 green onion (diced (or chives or red onion))
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh dill (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve as a sandwich or over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES AND PECANS



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This classic chicken salad is a Southern lunch staple, but it is also fitting for afternoon teas or book clubs. The recipe was inspired by a favorite dish served at the former Sweetbriar restaurant in Gadsden, Alabama.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup light or regular mayonnaise
½ cup light or regular sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 pounds skinned and boned chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
3 cups red and white seedless grapes, halved
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Lettuce leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Stir together 1/2 cup mayonnaise and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Add chopped chicken and grapes, tossing gently to coat.
  • Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Stir in pecans just before serving.

CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



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I love the challenge of finding creative new ways to serve foods. So putting peaches in chicken salad seems only natural. My husband and I enjoy this hearty cool salad on hot summer evenings.-Elizabeth Waden, Timmonsville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups cubed peeled fresh peaches
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup halved strawberries
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup chopped apple
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, orange juice, sugar, ginger and pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD



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This recipe is for a crowd. I haven't made it yet - so I am saving it here so I can find it when I need it! If you try this recipe before I do - please let me know if there should be any changes! Times are approximate.

Provided by Chef on the coast

Categories     Chicken

Time P1DT30m

Yield 40-50 cups, 40-50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (20 ounce) cans pineapple chunks
20 cups cubed cooked chicken
12 cups cooked rice
8 cups green seedless grapes, halves
4 cups sliced celery
4 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
4 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
4 cups mayonnaise or 4 cups salad dressing
7 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate
1 -2 tablespoon salt
4 cups slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain the pineapple, reserving 2 TBSP of juice.
  • Combine pineapple and the next 6 ingredients.
  • Combine mayonnaise, concentrate, salt, pepper and reserved pineapple juice until smooth; toss with chicken mixture.
  • Chill several hours or overnight.
  • Add almonds just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.6, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 58.6, Sodium 405.9, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 17.4, Protein 22.4

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH SEASONAL FRUIT



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Both beautiful in presentation and taste, this salad uses fresh berries in summer (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), and orange segments in winter. Anytime of year this composed salad will bring rave reviews.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup pecans
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
½ onion, minced
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
2 heads Bibb lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill chicken 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. Remove from heat, cool, and slice.
  • Meanwhile, place pecans in a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pecans until fragrant, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • In a blender, combine the red wine vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, onion, mustard, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.
  • Arrange lettuce on serving plates. Top with grilled chicken slices, strawberries, and pecans. Drizzle with the dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 46 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 428.4 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

COLD FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Cold Fruited Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Chicken

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup dried apricot halves, quartered
1/4 cup red onion, Chopped
2 tablespoons dry white wine
2 tablespoons unsweetened orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, chopped
1/2 cup orange section, coarse chopped
1/2 cup red seedless grapes or 1/2 cup green grape
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup fresh parsley, Chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash red pepper
4 leaves red leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine quartered apricot halves, chopped onion, white wine, orange juice, and red wine vinegar in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Combine apricot mixture with chicken, orange, grapes, almonds, parsley, pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper in a large bowl; cover and chill 1-2 hours.
  • Spoon chicken mixture onto a lettuce lined platter to serve.

FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD



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Grapes, mandarin oranges and pineapple chunks add fruity goodness and color to this hearty main-dish salad. It's perfect for a large luncheon.-Marion L. Baker, Sun Lakes, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 40-50 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (20 ounces each) pineapple chunks
20 cups cubed cooked chicken
12 cups cooked rice
8 cups green grape halves
4 cups sliced celery
4 cans (15 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
4 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
4 cups Miracle Whip
7 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate
1 to 2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 cups slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain the pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Combine pineapple and the next six ingredients. Combine the Miracle Whip, concentrate, salt, pepper and reserved pineapple juice until smooth; toss with chicken mixture. , Chill for several hours or overnight. Add almonds just before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, ripe fruit and tender chicken will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken that is overcooked will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
  • Let the chicken cool completely before shredding it. This will help to prevent the chicken from falling apart.
  • Use a variety of fruits. This will add flavor and texture to your salad. Some good choices include grapes, apples, celery, pineapple, and walnuts.
  • Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will weigh down the salad and make it less refreshing.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep it refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Cold Fruited Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and healthy salad that the whole family will enjoy.

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