Hot Chicken Salad is a classic comfort food dish that combines tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and a variety of vegetables. It's a versatile dish that can be served on its own, over rice, or inside a bread bowl. This article provides three different recipes for Hot Chicken Salad, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a traditional Hot Chicken Salad made with mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. The second recipe is a Spicy Hot Chicken Salad that adds a kick of heat with cayenne pepper and Sriracha sauce. The third recipe is a Tangy Hot Chicken Salad that uses a tangy dressing made with lemon juice, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a potluck, these Hot Chicken Salad recipes are sure to please everyone at the table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CONTEST-WINNING HOT CHICKEN SALAD
After I tasted this hot chicken salad at a women's luncheon, I left with the recipe in hand. I was our city clerk for several years, and on election days I brought this to serve our poll workers for lunch. It got everyone's vote of approval! I've found it is also delicious stuffed in a tomato. -Ruth Glabe, Oronoco, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place chicken in a Dutch oven and cover with water; add bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken and cut into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a large bowl. Stir in the next 11 ingredients. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish (dish will be full). Sprinkle with cheese and french-fried onions. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 30 minutes. Garnish with green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1003 calories, Fat 83g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
I've always doubled this recipe since our family of five loves it so much. I use chopped or sliced almonds.
Provided by NORMAG
Categories Salad
Time 35m
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine the chicken, celery, almonds, bell pepper, onion, pimento, salt, lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Mix well and pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
- Top with grated cheese and the crushed potato chips. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 30.7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 363.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
HOT CHICKEN SALAD CASSEROLE
Delicious and different casserole that can be made with unseasoned pre-cooked chicken.
Provided by Jane Townsend
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl mix the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, mushrooms, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, onion, and almonds. Transfer to the baking dish, and top with Cheddar cheese and crushed potato chips.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until lightly browned
Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 75.3 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 660.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
Having my recipe selected as a winner is a special thrill for me-my husband is a manager of the Penn State Univ. poultry research farm. Baking has always been my favorite type of cooking. So, when I got married 9 years ago, I was happy to have this simple yet delicious recipe-which originated with my aunt and was passed on to my mom. Now, with three small children (they're 6, 4, and 1), I need all the fast dishes I can find! It's great for a luncheon...or served with salad and rolls, for supper.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and soup. Pour over chicken mixture; stir gently to coat. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , In a small skillet, melt butter. Add cornflakes and almonds; cook and stir until lightly browned. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOT CHICKEN SALAD CASSEROLE
This rich and creamy chicken salad would be a welcome addition to any buffet table. This salad is among my family's favorite casseroles. It's great for potlucks.-Eleanor Hein, Kirkland, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, onion and salt until smooth. Stir in the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, croutons and almonds. , Spoon into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. , Combine bread crumbs and butter; stir in cheese. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 calories, Fat 42g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
HOT CHICKEN SALAD I
This dish is a favorite at potlucks.
Provided by Amy Brolsma
Categories Salad
Time 1h10m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F ( 165 degrees ).
- Mix together chicken, celery, lemon juice, chopped onion, toasted almonds, mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated cheese and place mixture in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with crushed corn flakes.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 50.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 573.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CRISPY HOT CHICKEN SALAD
Creamy veggies and chicken topped with potato chip crunch? Your whole family just might swoon. I make this delicious meal for mine often. Bonus: The prep is quick and easy! -Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, green pepper, pimientos, onion and 1/3 cup cheese. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Stir into chicken mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. , Sprinkle with potato chips and remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 calories, Fat 68g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
This is a recipe from a collection of Amish Recipes published by a restaurant in Northern Indiana called Das Dutchman Essenhaus. Even though there are quite a few hot chicken salad, I'm posting this one because it is a little different and I want to know the nutrition information. The recipe calls for real mayonnaise. Do not sub fat free or low fat mayo as it will change the taste of the recipe.
Provided by LARavenscroft
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix chicken, celery, almonds, onions, cheese and salt.
- Add juice and mustard to mayonnaise and fold into chicken mixture.
- Put in a 8 x 8 casserole dish and sprinkle with potato chips.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
MISS DAISY'S HOT BAKED CHICKEN SALAD
There are probably a thousand different ways to make a hot chicken salad casserole, but this is, in my opinion, one of the tastiest and simplest. This recipe comes from "Miss Daisy" King, a Nashville cooking legend who made this recipe and many others famous at her "Miss Daisy's Tearoom" in Franklin, Tennessee. I like to serve this for supper with fresh fruit, hot rolls and lemon icebox pie for dessert.
Provided by AngelaTN
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Combine first 7 ingredients.
- Pour into greased casserole.
- Mix cheddar and crushed chips and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
HOT 'N' SPICY BUFFALO CHICKEN SALAD
If you like Buffalo Chicken Wings, you'll love this take on it.
Provided by Celeste
Categories Salad
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine crumbled blue cheese and Ranch-style dressing; set aside. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat, and pour in the vegetable oil. Just before the oil starts to smoke, add the chicken. Cook to brown evenly, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and add butter, hot sauce, and salad seasoning mix. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Toss together the lettuce and Ranch-style dressing mixture in a large bowl. Top salad with chicken, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 40.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1096.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
HOT SAVANNAH CHICKEN SALAD CASSEROLE (PAULA DEEN)
This sounds like a really odd combination but it is really yummy! I haven't met a Paula Deen recipe that I haven't liked yet. :) My notes are in parentheses. I've also used Recipe #278160 for the soup.
Provided by SweetsLady
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 casserole, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Lightly butter a 13x9 pan. Stir together the soup, mayonaisse, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- In a medium bowl, reserve 1 cup of the potato chips and 2 tablespoons of the almonds for the topping.
- Place half of the remaining potato chips in the casserole spreading them evenly.
- Place half each of the chicken, celery, onion, eggs, and remaining almonds in the casserole, then spread half of the soup mixture on top.
- Repeat the layers, ending with the reserved potato chips and almonds. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes, or until heated through.
- Enjoy!
HOT CHICKEN SALAD (DAVID LETTERMAN'S MOM'S)
She got it from Alma Worthington who was the food services director at Second Presbyterian for nearly 15 years. Dave's Mom, Dorothy had worked at that Church. This is a casserole made with cooked (leftover chicken) and is different from the other hot chicken salad recipes posted. I haven't tried this yet but it is one of Dave's Mom's favorites. I found this in Home Cookin' With Dave's Mom.
Provided by Oolala
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix all ingredients, except for the topping ingredients, in an 8 inch X 8 Inch square baking dish.
- Top with the cornflake crumbs, using more or less (original recipe didn't give an amount) and dot with butter (use as much as you like since original recipe didn't give an amount).
- Bake for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.2, Fat 38.8, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 32.7, Sodium 975.5, Carbohydrate 63.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 11.6
HOT CHICKEN SALAD II
It's a casserole! It's a salad! It's hot chickeny goodness in 3 easy steps! Enjoy!
Provided by JEANNIED59
Categories Salad
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms in oil.
- Mix together the chicken, mayonnaise, soup, sauteed mushrooms, water chestnuts and celery. Place mixture in a 12x7.5 inch casserole dish. Top with the crushed crackers, tossed with melted butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 735.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CRUNCHY HOT CHICKEN SALAD
I've had this recipe for years and I'm not sure were it came from. I think it was clipped from a magazine years ago. It's slightly different from most other hot chicken salad recipes and I think those differences make it better.
Provided by ajandjj2000
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except potato chips and cheese, blend well.
- Spoon into a lightly greased 3 quart shallow casserole dish.
- Top with 2 cups cheese.
- Bake at 350 for 30 mins.
- Put sprinkling of crushed potato chips over surface during last 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.8, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 139.4, Sodium 1081.2, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 31.8
HOT CHICKEN SALAD (MAKEOVER - LIGHT)
I went to a talk by a person from Taste of Home and she made some recipes that were "made over" to make it healthier and lower fat. This is one of them.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, onion and salt until smooth.
- Whisk in the milk mixture.
- Stir in the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, croutons and almonds.
- Spoon into a 2 quart baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
- Combine bread crumbs and butter, stir in cheese, and sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until heated though and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 74.3, Sodium 517.9, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 28.8
HOT CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: plain nonfat greek yogurt, lemon juice, green onion, salt, dijon mustard, garlic, ground black pepper, flour, salt, ground black pepper, egg, plain breadcrumbs, boneless, skinless chicken breast, buffalo sauce, honey, baby spinach, red cabbage, cherry tomato, cucumber
Provided by Greg Perez
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl, add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, green onions, salt, mustard, garlic, and black pepper, and whisk to combine.
- Add the flour, salt, and pepper to a wide, shallow bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the egg into another bowl, and whisk until beaten.
- Place bread crumbs in a third wide, shallow bowl.
- Dip the chicken in the flour, the egg, and then bread crumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken breast and cook until crispy and golden, about 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and toss in a bowl of buffalo sauce and honey. Slice the chicken into strips.
- Add the spinach, cabbage, tomatoes, and cucumber to a bowl and drizzle with the dressing. Top with the hot chicken. Toss to combine.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 850 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 79 grams, Sugar 50 grams
HOT CHICKEN SALAD PIES
These hot chicken salad pies come together in a snap! They're perfect for when you have leftovers on hand and need to use them up. -Shirley Gudenschwager, Orchard, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 pies (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Unroll crusts into 9-in. pie plates; flute edges. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack; reduce heat to 350°., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, rice, eggs, soup, mayonnaise, onion, celery, lemon juice and salt. Spoon chicken mixture into pastry shells. Combine cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over tops. Bake on lowest oven rack until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 calories, Fat 32g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
HOT MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD
This easy grilled chicken is combined with a colorful tomatoes, peppers and olives, and drizzled with a spicy cumin, paprika and ground red pepper dressing. Best served on a bed of fluffy couscous to soak up all the fabulous flavors.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare grill or preheat broiler and broiler pan.
- Bring water to boil in saucepan.
- Stir in couscous and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Remove from heat and cover.
- Rub oil over chicken.
- Mix garlic with ½ teaspoon salt and press with side of knife to form a paste.
- Set aside ½ teaspoon paste in a large bowl for dressing.
- Rub remaining paste over chicken.
- Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
- DRESSING: Combine remaining garlic paste and all ingredients except oil and red onion in a bowl.
- Gradually whisk in oil, and then stir in onion.
- Toss dressing in yellow pepper, tomatoes and olives.
- Fluff couscous with fork and spoon onto serving plates.
- Arrange grilled chicken on couscous; spoon vegetables and dressing around chicken.
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
Salty, crunchy, and oh so tasty! A fun spin on traditional chicken salad.
Provided by Cathie Valentine
Categories Salads
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. ***PREHEAT OVEN TO 350 DEGREES***
- 2. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients except cheese, potato chips and almonds. Mix well. Place in a 9X13 casserole dish sprayed with non-stick vegetable spray.
- 3. Sprinkle cheese on top of mixture. Next sprinkle on crushed potato chips. Finally sprinkle almonds on top. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees until bubbly.
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
Tasty chicken casserole with just the right amount of crunch made especially yummy by toasted almonds! A great use for left over chicken or turkey. This was one of the ultimate comfort foods my mom used to make for us. The original recipe calls for twice the amount of mayo, but I found using less makes the recipe much less greasy.
Provided by Kristoljones
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all but the cheese in a mixing bowl. Place in large glass casserole dish. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes uncovered. Top with cheddar cheese and return to oven for additional 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot. Great with a basic green salad.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chicken: Opt for organic or free-range chicken for the best flavor and texture.
- Shred the chicken yourself: Pre-shredded chicken can be dry and tough. Shredding it yourself ensures moist, tender chicken.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Use a variety of spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices to create your own unique flavor profile.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
- Serve the salad warm or cold: Hot chicken salad is a classic, but it can also be served cold. Serve it the way you like it best.
Conclusion:
Hot chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give hot chicken salad a try. You won't be disappointed.
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