Best 6 Festival Cherry Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our diverse collection of cherry chicken salad recipes, where sweet and savory flavors dance harmoniously. From the classic Festival Cherry Chicken Salad, bursting with maraschino cherries, celery, and walnuts, to the tangy Cherry Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Discover the delightful simplicity of the 5-Minute Cherry Chicken Salad, perfect for quick weekday lunches, or impress your guests with the elegant Cherry Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds, featuring a delightful combination of textures and flavors. For a lighter option, try the refreshing Cherry Chicken Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing, or satisfy your cravings with the hearty Cherry Chicken Salad Sandwich, a lunchtime favorite. With so many delectable variations, our cherry chicken salad recipes cater to every palate, ensuring you'll find your new go-to dish for picnics, potlucks, or everyday meals.

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

FESTIVAL CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Festival Cherry Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and diced
2/3 cup dried cherries
1 cup celery, diced
1/3 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted bread or croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.7, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 802.9, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.8, Protein 31.2

CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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A favorite lunchtime standby--a nice change of pace if you like chicken-fruit salad but you're tired of your standard chicken and grapes mixture.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Chicken

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2-1 teaspoon curry powder (to taste)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cups cold cooked chicken, in bite-size pieces
1/3 cup thin-sliced celery
16 maraschino cherries, drained
1/2 cup canned pineapple chunk, drained

Steps:

  • Mix together the mayonnaise, curry powder and sour cream.
  • Mix this dressing with the chicken, celery and fruits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.4, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 101.3, Sodium 318.6, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 13.1, Protein 27.4

CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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After dining at a cafe in Michigan about 10 years ago, I tried duplicating this scrumptious twist on Chicken Salad at home. The cherries can be ordered on-line these days, which makes it much easier for those of us living where cherries are not readily available. Regular milk can be substituted for buttermilk, if necessary.

Provided by MIABING

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
⅓ cup dried cherries
⅓ cup diced celery
⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans
⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon buttermilk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup cubed apples

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 355.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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The original recipe is from TOH with some additions by me. We had this for lunch today and really enjoyed it. Cook time is refrigeration time.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked chicken breasts, chopped fine
2/3 cup dried cherries
1/3 cup celery, chopped
1/3 cup red onion, chopped
1/3 cup tart apple, chopped
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cherries, celery, onion, apple, egg and sliced almonds.
  • In another small bowl, combine the mayo and lemon juice.
  • Add to chicken mixture and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
  • Serve on Croissants or crackers.

CHICKEN, PECAN & CHERRY SALAD



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Already cooked chicken strips make this a super easy meal when I'm trying to get dinner on the table in a hurry. Grabbing a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store is another road to take when time is short and hungry family members surround the table! -Kellie Mulleavy, Lambertville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons dried cherries
VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the first six vinaigrette ingredients; gradually whisk in oil until blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 32g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHERRY-CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANTS



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"I love cherries and happened to come across this recipe one day. It's a real hit with my family, and a friend's husband even took it to work to share with the office staff." - Martha Goodrich, Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2/3 cup dried cherries
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped tart apple
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
7 croissants, split

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cherries, celery, apple and pecans. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, salt and pepper; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken salad onto each croissant.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 30g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries: Fresh cherries add a burst of sweetness and flavor to the salad. If you can't find fresh cherries, you can use frozen cherries that have been thawed and drained.
  • Pit the cherries: Before adding the cherries to the salad, be sure to pit them. You can use a cherry pitter or a paring knife to remove the pits.
  • Use a variety of nuts: This recipe calls for almonds and walnuts, but you can use other nuts that you like, such as pecans, pistachios, or cashews.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. This makes it easy to assemble the salad when you're ready to serve it.
  • Use a light touch when mixing the salad: The chicken and cherries are delicate, so be careful not to overmix the salad. Otherwise, you'll end up with a mushy mess.

Conclusion:

This festival cherry chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of sweet cherries, savory chicken, and crunchy nuts is sure to please everyone at your table. And because it's so easy to make, you can have this salad on the table in no time.

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