Best 5 Curried Chicken Cantaloupe Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure featuring a unique and flavorful combination: Curried Chicken Cantaloupe Salad. This tantalizing dish is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, offering a refreshing twist to your salad repertoire.

Delight in the harmony of tender chicken, perfectly cooked and infused with a fragrant blend of aromatic curry spices, creating a delectable interplay of flavors. Succulent cantaloupe adds a touch of natural sweetness and a vibrant pop of color, complemented by crisp celery and red onion for added texture and crunch. A creamy dressing, made from a harmonious blend of mayonnaise, yogurt, and tangy spices, ties all the elements together, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Indulge in the culinary journey that awaits, as this article presents a collection of delectable Curried Chicken Cantaloupe Salad recipes. Each recipe offers a unique interpretation of this flavor-packed dish, catering to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. Embark on a culinary escapade as you discover the perfect recipe to suit your palate and preferences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GEE-GEE'S CHICKEN SALAD WITH CANTALOUPE



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A flavorful blend of chicken, fruit, lemon, and ginger makes for a light and delicious chicken salad. This salad is perfect for special occasions, but easy enough to make at home any day. Serve it in a halved cantaloupe for a fabulous presentation!

Provided by Sue

Categories     Salad

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
½ cup sliced almonds
3 cantaloupes, halved and seeded

Steps:

  • Make the dressing by whisking the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, ginger, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes, and almonds; stir gently until evenly mixed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Spoon into cantaloupe halves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 30.1 g

CANTALOUPE AND CHICKEN SALAD



Cantaloupe and Chicken Salad image

Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this cool salad on a warm night. The moist and tasty fruits and tangy dressing make it especially refreshing.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 cups 1 1/2-inch pieces cantaloupe
2 1/2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 cup red or green grapes, cut in half
1 medium cucumber, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, chives and salt.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



Chicken Salad on Cantaloupe Rings image

A light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon, assures Sharon Bickett of Chester, South Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cantaloupe rings
Toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD



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This recipe is one of my favorite ways to eat blueberries. That delicious fruit is just one of the important crops grown here in the fertile Willamette Valley. They're grown for commercial use, but we usually pick about 60 pounds each summer for pies and other dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 to 2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 cantaloupe, halved and seeded
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute to equal 1-1/2 teaspoons
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Pour over the chicken mixture; toss to coat. Spoon into cantaloupe halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHICKEN AND MELON SALAD



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A good use for leftover chicken. You can substitute other melons, papaya, pineapple, mushrooms, or water chestnuts for the grapes or the honeydew melon.

Provided by jen

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 honeydew melon
6 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups seedless grapes
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
½ cup sour cream
½ cup plain yogurt
1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut melon in half, and remove seeds. With a melon baller, scoop out melon balls; place in a large salad bowl.
  • Add chicken, celery, and grapes to melon. Add water chestnuts if desired.
  • In a small bowl, mix together, sour cream, yogurt, and curry powder. Gently stir into salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 102.3 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe cantaloupe. A ripe cantaloupe will be fragrant and have a slightly soft give when you press on it. Avoid cantaloupes that are too hard or have bruises.
  • Choose a good quality curry powder. A good curry powder will have a deep, rich flavor. Look for a curry powder that is made with a variety of spices, including turmeric, cumin, coriander, and fenugreek.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste. If you like a mild curry, start with 1 tablespoon of curry powder. If you like a more flavorful curry, add more curry powder to taste.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The flavors will meld together and the cantaloupe will stay crisp.

Conclusion:

Curried chicken cantaloupe salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of sweet cantaloupe, savory chicken, and flavorful curry powder is sure to please everyone at your table. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you have some leftover chicken, try this curried chicken cantaloupe salad. You won't be disappointed!

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