Best 9 Fresh Peach And Pecan Chicken Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary creation that harmoniously blends the sweetness of fresh peaches, the crunch of toasted pecans, and the savory goodness of tender chicken. This vibrant dish, known as Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad, offers a refreshing twist on the classic chicken salad recipe. With its vibrant colors and enticing aromas, this salad promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

In this article, you will embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delightful world of Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad. We will present you with three enticing variations of this dish, each offering unique flavor profiles and textures. From the classic Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad, bursting with juicy peaches, crunchy pecans, and a creamy dressing, to the tangy and refreshing Cilantro Lime Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad, infused with vibrant citrus flavors, and the smoky and flavorful Barbecue Ranch Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad, tantalizing your taste buds with a touch of smoky barbecue and creamy ranch dressing.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN CHICKEN SALAD



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This chicken salad comes together fast using rotisserie chicken breasts. The herbs, along with the pecans, help to make this chicken salad flavorful. Serve on top of toasted croissants, or butter lettuce.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Park Hill maple pepper (such as Savory Spice Shop®)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 stalks celery, sliced
⅓ cup chopped toasted pecans
2 tablespoons minced red onion

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, garlic powder, thyme, and maple pepper together in a bowl until well combined. Add chicken, celery, pecans, and red onion; stir well to incorporate.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 40.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 236 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

PEACH SALAD {WITH GRILLED BASIL CHICKEN AND WHITE BALSAMIC-HONEY VINAIGRETTE}



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This delicious peach and basil chicken salad is likely to become a new summer favorite! It's filled with tender lettuce blend, sweet juicy peaches, herbed grilled chicken, fresh corn, creamy goat cheese, crunchy pecans and finished with a tangy balsamic dressing. So much goodness!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 Tbsp olive oil (, plus more for brushing grill)
1/3 cup slightly packed chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
3 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp honey
1 tsp dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 oz Spring Mix lettuce
1 lb peaches (, sliced (about 3 small))
2 ears corn (, husked and kernels cut from cob)
1/2 cup chopped pecans (, toasted)
1/2 small red onion (, sliced thin (about 3/4 cup), rinse under water to remove harsh bite)
4 oz Goat cheese (, crumbled)

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, basil, garlic, and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper (about 1/2 tsp of each). Using the back of a spoon, press basil against sides and bottom of bowl (to help extract flavor from basil). Place chicken in a resealable bag and pound thicker parts of chicken to even thickness with a meat mallet, then pour basil mixture over chicken and evenly distribute basil over chicken. Seal bag while pressing excess air out, rub marinade over chicken and transfer to refrigerator and marinate 2 - 5 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to 425 - 450 degrees over medium high heat. Brush grill grates lightly with olive oil then place chicken on grill. Grill until cooked through, rotating once halfway through cooking, about 4 - 5 minutes per side (chicken should register 165 degrees in center of chicken on an instant read thermometer). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes then slice into strips or dice into cubes.
  • Whisk together all ingredients until well blended and season with salt and pepper to taste. Store in refrigerator until ready to use, stir again before pouring over salad.
  • In a large salad bowl gently toss together lettuce, peaches, corn, pecans, onions, and grilled chicken. Sprinkle goat cheese over top and drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve immediately after adding dressing.

FRESH PEACH SALAD



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 shallot, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 large ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
1/2 cup candied pecans
4 ounces smoked Gouda, crumbled into small pieces
5 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • Add the oil, vinegar, honey and mustard to a jar with a lid. Add the shallot and season with salt and pepper. Close the jar and shake until combined. (See Cook's Note.)
  • Layer the peaches, pecans, Gouda and arugula in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top, then toss until everything is coated. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

PEACH CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad recipe from Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida is perfect for a summer luncheon and a great way to use up leftover chicken and fresh mint from your garden. "It also tastes just as good made with nectarines," notes Priscilla.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium peaches, peeled and cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
MINT VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the peaches, chicken, cucumber and onion; set aside. In a blender, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, mint, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Drizzle over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Use a slotted spoon to serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEACH AND PECAN SALAD



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 shallot, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large ripe peaches, sliced into about 16 pieces
1 head Boston Bibb lettuce, washed and dried well
1 cup toasted pecan halves
4 ounces goat cheese, separated into 4 pieces and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, add the cider vinegar and shallot and season with salt and pepper. Gently whisk in the olive oil until completely incorporated.
  • Place the peaches, lettuce leaves, pecans, goat cheese and dressing in a large bowl. Toss well to distribute the dressing. Divide the salad onto 4 salad plates. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN PECAN SALAD



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The combination of sweet and spicy pecans and sweet berries in this chicken salad makes it a taste sensation! I have given tins of the pecans alone as gifts at Christmas time; they are delicious. The berries listed are suggestions; substitute whatever kinds you fancy, in whatever quantities! Makes a beautiful summer dinner.

Provided by JRW8

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons hot red pepper sauce
½ cup margarine, melted
⅔ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pound coarsely chopped pecans
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
1 pound romaine lettuce, torn
1 cup cherry tomato halves
½ cup fresh strawberries
½ cup seedless grapes
¼ cup fresh raspberries
¼ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup honey mustard salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a bowl, mix the hot red pepper sauce, margarine, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt. Mix pecans into the bowl, tossing to coat evenly. Spread pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring often and watching carefully, until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Rub chicken with the olive oil, place on a baking sheet, and sprinkle with Greek seasoning. Bake 20 minutes or until juices run clear. Slice into strips.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together romaine lettuce, chicken strips, cherry tomato halves, strawberries, grapes, raspberries, and blueberries. Sprinkle with pecans, and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 983.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 80.4 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 681.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

GRILLED CHICKEN, PEACH, AND ARUGULA SALAD



Grilled Chicken, Peach, and Arugula Salad image

Yummy salad!

Provided by trisha1985

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Arugula Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
4 peaches, halved and pitted
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 cups baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup olive oil, balsamic vinegar, shallot, Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a bowl until dressing is well mixed.
  • Brush 1 teaspoon oil onto cut-side of peaches.
  • Place peaches, cut-side down, onto grill and cook until heated through, about 4 minutes. Transfer peaches to a plate.
  • Brush remaining oil onto both sides of chicken breasts and season with salt.
  • Cook chicken on grill until no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Slice chicken into thin pieces and cut peaches into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
  • Toss arugula and dressing together in a bowl. Divide dressed arugula among plates; top with peaches and chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 263 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH PEACHES AND PECANS



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A perfect summer salad with ripe peaches, baby spinach, and roasted pecans

Provided by Robin Durawa

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

¾ cup pecans
2 ripe peaches
4 cups baby spinach, rinsed and dried
¼ cup poppyseed salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange pecans on a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, until they just begin to darken. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Peel peaches (if desired) and slice into bite-sized segments. Combine peaches, spinach and pecans in a large bowl. Toss with dressing until evenly coated, adding a little additional dressing, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 131.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

ROAST CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEACHES, GOAT CHEESE, AND PECANS



Roast Chicken Salad With Peaches, Goat Cheese, and Pecans image

Fresh peaches and goat cheese headline this simple no-cook salad recipe. The 8-ingredient vinaigrette, made with pantry staples, takes minutes to make and is a delicious compliment to the other ingredients in the salad. Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time in the kitchen. From Cooking Light

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons shallots, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 cups rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded
2 cups peaches, peeled & sliced
1/2 cup red onion, sliced vertically
1/4 cup pecans, chopped & toasted
5 ounces gourmet salad greens
2 tablespoons goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients; stir with a whisk.
  • Combine chicken and remaining ingredients except cheese in a large bowl. Add vinegar mixture; toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy peaches: The quality of your peaches will greatly impact the flavor of your chicken salad. Look for peaches that are slightly soft to the touch and have a sweet, fragrant aroma.
  • Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans adds a nutty flavor and enhances their crunch. Make sure to toast them in a single layer in a preheated oven until they are fragrant and golden brown.
  • Use high-quality mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is a key ingredient in chicken salad, so it's important to use a good quality brand. Look for mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil, and avoid brands that contain a lot of additives or preservatives.
  • Season the chicken salad to taste: Be sure to taste the chicken salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce: This will help to keep the chicken salad light and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Fresh peach and pecan chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet peaches, crunchy pecans, and savory chicken is sure to please everyone. With its light and refreshing flavor, this chicken salad is a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

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