Best 13 Delicious Chicken Salad Recipes
Chicken salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner, or as a protein-packed snack. It is made with cooked chicken, mayonnaise, and other ingredients such as celery, onion, grapes, and nuts. Chicken salad can be served on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or on crackers. The variations of chicken salad are endless, making it a popular dish for potlucks and picnics.
This article presents three delicious chicken salad recipes:
1. Classic Chicken Salad: This traditional recipe uses cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and salt and pepper. It is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.
2. Waldorf Chicken Salad: This variation on the classic chicken salad recipe adds apples, grapes, and walnuts. The sweet and crunchy flavors of the fruit and nuts complement the savory chicken and mayonnaise.
3. Tarragon Chicken Salad: This recipe uses tarragon, a herb with a slightly anise-like flavor, to add a unique twist to the classic chicken salad. The tarragon pairs well with the chicken and mayonnaise, creating a light and flavorful dish.
Whether you prefer a classic chicken salad or a more unique variation, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will enjoy.
DELICIOUS CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
This delicious and tasty chicken salad is seasoned with fresh chopped cilantro, lime juice, and poultry seasoning.
Provided by matchin
Categories Salad
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- Add celery, red onion, and almonds to the bowl with the chicken. Toss in mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and cilantro. Season with additional salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add additional mayonnaise if salad seems too dry.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 53.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
DELICIOUS ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHOW MEIN NOODLES
A delicious and easy to make salad, I sometimes add in a tablespoon of peanut butter to the dressing, plan ahead the dressing must refrigerate for a couple of hours in advance to blend flavors, it may be doubled if desired -- the salad may be prepared in advance but do not add in the dressing or orange segments until just before serving, prep time does not include cooking the chicken, all amounts may be adjusted to taste :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix all dressing ingredients until well combined; refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
- In a large bowl combine the lettuce with chicken, green onions, dry noodles, carrot and slivered almonds or chopped peanuts; mix to combine.
- Pour on the dressing; toss to combine.
- Top with mandarin orange segments.
- Serve immediately.
SIMPLY DELICIOUS RANCH CHICKEN SALAD
Ranchy goodness mixed with chicken, cucumber and red onion. An instant favorite of anyone who tries it. Serve on whole wheat tortillas with baby spinach and diced tomatoes or eat it by itself.
Provided by My Hot Southern Mess
Categories Salad
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chicken in a saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender and no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Remove chicken, let cool, and shred or cut into bite size pieces.
- Combine the chicken, red onion, cucumber, garlic, and ranch dressing in a large bowl. Season with pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 312.1 mg, Sugar 2 g
EASY QUICK DELICIOUS NO-MAYONNAISE CHICKEN SALAD
Oh, how my mother and I adore a good chicken salad sandwich, but the mayonnaise can be bit heavy at times. This recipe is super-easy and quick and really tastes gourmet. No one will be able to guess how simple it is!
Provided by butterscotchgirl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 3 sandwiches, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- remove meat from chicken and cut into little chunks. i only use breast meat, but feel free to use dark meat also if you prefer.
- mix together remaining ingredients in bowl.
- fold in chicken.
- spread a bit of dijon mustard on whole wheat bread or bun, put some chicken salad on there along with with lettuce and tomato.
- enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.1, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 195.3, Sodium 316.4, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 56.3
DELICIOUS & EASY CHICKEN SALAD
My husband and our friends absolutely love my chicken salad! I originally got the recipe from my father, but have adapted it slightly. Very easy to make and great on crackers, sandwiches, etc. You can also substitute turkey and make turkey salad - it tastes just as great! This recipe can be halved for a smaller batch.
Provided by txgirl9
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, use a fork to break down the large chunks of chicken.
- Break the eggs apart with your hands by squeezing and crumbling them into the chicken.
- Add all remaining ingredients.
- Stir with a spoon until well mixed.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
EASY BUT DELICIOUS CHICKEN OR TURKEY SALAD
Sometimes simple is best. Mayonnaise and a few, delicate seasonings are all your leftover chicken or turkey really needs to make a good lunch. Serve on rolls, wraps, crackers, bread, English muffins, whatever you like.
Provided by 3KillerBs
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix turkey, celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, salt,and pepper. Adjust amount of mayo according to how wet you like your chicken salad.
- Pile onto your preferred bread with greens and tomatoes.
DELICIOUS NO MAYO CHICKEN SALAD
A delicious creamy chicken salad made with sour cream and a ranch packet instead of mayo. Served on mini croissant rolls or plain white bread, this chicken salad is sure to please both mayo and non-mayo lovers alike. You will be glad you made it. It is quick and easy but sooooo flavorful. Enjoy, I know my family and I have!
Provided by saintswife
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl combine chicken, seasoning salt, black pepper and celery seed, stir.
- In a seperate bowl combine sour cream and ranch packet, mix well.
- Combine seasoned chicken,water chestnuts, green onion,mozarella cheese and ranch mixture, mix well.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve on rolls, crackers, or toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.4, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 83.8, Sodium 160.7, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.9, Protein 15.8
DELICIOUS HOMEMADE CHICKEN SALAD WRAPS
This recipe will knock your socks off! I deperately wanted a chicken salad wrap, but didn't want to use canned chicken, so I came up with this delicious recipe!
Provided by CorinneElaina
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 wraps, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place water and salt in a large, broad pan. Boil chicken breasts on medium high for 15 minutes on each side. Next, turn off heat and place lid on pan (or cover with tin foil). Let steam for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a small saucepan, heat almonds on high until lightly browned (you'll know they're roasted when you can smell them).
- In a large bowl, combine onion, cilantro, almonds, mayonnaise and ranch dressing.
- Once chicken is cooked through, chop into small chunks and add to the mixture in the bowl. Completely combine mixture and split the chicken salad between 4 whole wheat tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.4, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 40.5, Sodium 1777.2, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 18.7
DELICIOUS CHICKEN SALAD
Creamy Chicken Salad with walnuts, grapes and water chestnuts and lots more. This was made after we made a chicken in the crock-pot and had a lot of left overs. I looked a number of chicken salad recipes and none had all the ingredients I wanted. So I decide to experiment and this is what I came up with. I admit the spices and herbs are estimates as I just eyeballed how much I put in. So feel free to adjust to your tastes.
Provided by tabasco0697
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h40m
Yield 6-8 large sandwiches, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- diced chicken in small cubes and place in large mixing bowl.
- finely dice red onion, hard boiled egg and celery.
- if you did not buy the chopped walnuts then chop them now.
- quarter the red grapes and quarter the water chestnut slices.
- add all ingredients to the large mixing bowl.
- add the diced water chestnuts, chopped walnuts and relish (I prefer the sweet pickle relish cubes). and shredded Parmesan cheese not grated.
- in separate bowl mix the mayonnaise, organic sour cream and all herbs and spices and mix well.
- add the dressing mix in the dry ingredients until it is to the desired consistency/moistness you prefer. I used all the dressing and it was perfect for me but you may prefer a less moist salad.
- refrigerate for at least an hour for best flavor.
- serve on large bakery crescent rolls or bread of your choice.
DELICIOUS CHICKEN AVOCADO SALAD SANDWICHES
Deelish!! Wonderful combination of flavors that makes a tasty and satisfying lunch or quick dinner. Great use of leftover chicken or canned chicken breast. I hope you enjoy these chicken salad sandwiches as much as we do. Tip: If you don't have access to fresh lovage, use triple the amount of fresh celery leaves.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the drained chicken chunks, chopped tomato, lovage or celery leaf, snipped marjoram, onion powder, lemon juice, and mayonnaise.
- Fold in the avocado cubes, stirring gently to combine.
- Spread equal amounts on the toasted bread and make a sandwich.
- Add a lettuce leaf or slice of cheese, as desired. Enjoy!
- Tip: Cover and refrigerate any leftover chicken salad for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 78.8, Sodium 342.9, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 3.7, Protein 32.4
BEV'S DELICIOUS CHICKEN SALAD
This is the chicken salad recipe that is so delicious that I don't bother making any other anymore. If I have any leftover chicken, this chicken salad will be my lunch the next day! I love it! Easy and light! Enjoy!
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients.
- Enjoy!
NIF'S EASY AND DELICIOUS CHICKEN SALAD
A favourite of ours. The grapes are awesome with the chicken and to me, the salt is necessary to have with the sweet grapes. This recipe makes enough for 2 sandwiches. Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together and keep cold until ready to use.
DELICIOUS CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
If you are a curry lover, then this chicken salad is worth trying, it is very good! You can add in onions also if desired, peanuts can be subbed for the walnuts. Plan ahead, this needs be refrigerated for a minimum of two hours or more. Prep time includes refrigeration time
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken
Time 2h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken and all remaining ingredients (except the dressing ingredients); mix well to combine.
- For the dressing, mix/whisk all dressing ingredients adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently add/mix in dressing with the chicken salad in the bowl; toss well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 or more hours before serving.
- Delicious!
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Look for fresh, free-range chicken, mayonnaise made with real eggs, and crisp celery and onion.
- If you don't have time to cook the chicken yourself, you can use a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
- Be sure to finely chop the chicken, celery, and onion so that they blend well in the salad.
- Use a light hand when adding mayonnaise. You want the salad to be creamy, but not too heavy.
- Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve the chicken salad on its own, or use it as a sandwich filling or wrap.
Conclusion:
Chicken salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect chicken salad every time.
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