Best 8 Overnight Chicken And Fruit Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Overnight Chicken and Fruit Salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This refreshing dish is a perfect blend of juicy chicken, sweet fruits, and a tangy dressing, all coming together to create a harmonious and satisfying meal.

Our recipe offers two variations to cater to your preferences: a classic mayonnaise-based dressing and a lighter yogurt-based option. Both dressings complement the chicken and fruit beautifully, adding a creamy richness or a refreshing tang, respectively.

For the chicken, we recommend using boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which cook evenly and absorb the marinade's flavors exceptionally well. Alternatively, you can substitute chicken thighs for a slightly more succulent and flavorful experience.

As for the fruit, the possibilities are endless. Choose from a variety of seasonal fruits such as grapes, strawberries, blueberries, oranges, apples, and pineapple. Each fruit brings its unique sweetness, tartness, and texture, creating a delightful medley of flavors.

To enhance the salad's taste even further, we recommend marinating the chicken overnight. This allows the flavors to penetrate deeply, resulting in incredibly flavorful and tender chicken. However, if you're short on time, a quick 30-minute marinade will still yield delicious results.

Once the chicken is cooked and cooled, simply combine it with your chosen fruits and the prepared dressing. Toss everything gently to ensure an even distribution of flavors. You can serve the salad immediately or chill it for later, allowing the flavors to further meld and develop.

Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy and delicious meal prep option, our Overnight Chicken and Fruit Salad is the perfect choice. Its vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and delectable flavors will surely make it a favorite in your kitchen.

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

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH SEASONAL FRUIT



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Both beautiful in presentation and taste, this salad uses fresh berries in summer (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), and orange segments in winter. Anytime of year this composed salad will bring rave reviews.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup pecans
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
½ onion, minced
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
2 heads Bibb lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill chicken 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. Remove from heat, cool, and slice.
  • Meanwhile, place pecans in a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pecans until fragrant, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • In a blender, combine the red wine vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, onion, mustard, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.
  • Arrange lettuce on serving plates. Top with grilled chicken slices, strawberries, and pecans. Drizzle with the dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 46 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 428.4 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



Chicken Fruit Salad image

Good things still come in small packages! This chicken salad made just for two is a fresh blend of chicken, fruit and a hint of mint.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
2/3 cup seedless green grapes
1 large fresh peach, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 medium celery stalk, diced (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint leaves

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in medium bowl until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

CHICKEN AND FRUIT SALAD WITH POPPYSEED DRESSING RECIPE



Chicken and Fruit Salad With Poppyseed Dressing Recipe image

Chicken and Fruit Salad With Poppyseed Dressing Recipe - delicious spinach salad bursting with fresh berries, citrus, poppyseeds, and tender, juicy chicken!

Provided by Courtney O'Dell

Categories     Salads

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the salad:
1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
2 cups spinach
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup red grapes
1/4 cup green grapes
1/4 cup blueberries
1/4 cup blackberries
1/2 orange, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup sliced blanched almonds
2 tbsp hemp hearts, optional
For the citrus poppyseed dressing:
1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
1 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
3 T. honey
1/4 tsp. celtic sea salt
1 1/2 tsp. poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix salad.
  • In a medium sized bowl, add all dressing ingredients and whisk well to combine.
  • Toss salad in dressing just as you are ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 45 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 28 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 293 grams sodium, Sugar 21 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams unsaturated fat

CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



Chicken Fruit Salad image

I love the challenge of finding creative new ways to serve foods. So putting peaches in chicken salad seems only natural. My husband and I enjoy this hearty cool salad on hot summer evenings.-Elizabeth Waden, Timmonsville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups cubed peeled fresh peaches
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup halved strawberries
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup chopped apple
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, orange juice, sugar, ginger and pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY OVERNIGHT FRUIT SALAD



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Here's a delightful make-ahead salad that serves eight. With marshmallows in the mix, kids will gobble it up! Make it your way with the variation below.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 12h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
3/4 cup whipping cream
1 can (15 oz) pitted dark sweet cherries in syrup, drained
2 cans (20 oz each) pineapple chunks in juice, drained, 2 tablespoons juice reserved
3 seedless oranges, peeled, cut into small chunks
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, mix all dressing ingredients except whipping cream. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly; cool.
  • In chilled medium deep bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on low speed until mixture begins to thicken. Increase speed to high and beat until stiff peaks form. Fold in cooled egg mixture.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, gently toss salad ingredients and dressing. Cover; refrigerate at least 12 hours to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (About 1 Cup), Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1/2 g

OVERNIGHT FRUIT SALAD



Overnight Fruit Salad image

I first tasted this rich, old-fashioned fruit salad at my wedding reception many years ago. The ladies who did the cooking wouldn't share the recipe at the time, but I eventually got it. I've made it for many meals, and our daughters copied the recipe when they married. -Eileen Duffeck, Lena, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups green grapes
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2 medium firm bananas, sliced
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a double boiler over medium heat, cook and stir eggs, sugar and vinegar until mixture is thickened and reaches 160°. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Cool. , In a large serving bowl, combine grapes, marshmallows, pineapple, oranges and bananas; add cooled dressing and stir to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, fold in whipped cream and pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

OVERNIGHT CHICKEN AND FRUIT SALAD



Overnight Chicken and Fruit Salad image

Cooked chicken, red grapes, slivered almonds, and pineapple chunks make a lovely savory-sweet salad that's dressed with a mild curry mayonnaise. Papaya and avocado slices add color and flavor. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

Provided by kirklandcook

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 pound seedless red grapes, halved
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup sliced celery
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 papaya - peeled, seeded, and sliced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, grapes, pineapple chunks, celery, and water chestnuts in a large salad bowl. Mix mayonnaise, soy sauce, lemon juice, and curry powder in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill 8 hours to overnight. Stir almonds into salad just before serving; garnish with papaya and avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

EASY FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD



Easy Fruited Chicken Salad image

This is a recipe I discovered by accident. While trying to make the Betty Crocker® chicken salad, I discovered I didn't have all the spices. '...quick, what can I substitute...' This has been a family favorite ever since.

Provided by jo1527

Categories     Salad

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 apple, cored and diced
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
½ teaspoon apple pie spice, or to taste
¾ cup mayonnaise
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, lightly mix the apple, grapes, pecans, apple pie spice, and mayonnaise together until thoroughly combined; stir in the chicken breast meat. Chill until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 147.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

  • For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt or low-fat mayonnaise in the dressing.
  • Add a variety of fruits to the salad, such as grapes, berries, pineapple, or mango.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the chicken overnight, you can cook it in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
  • Serve the salad over a bed of greens for a more filling meal.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the chicken and fruit salad separately and store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, combine the chicken and fruit salad and toss with the dressing.

Conclusion:

This overnight chicken and fruit salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The combination of chicken, fruit, and dressing is refreshing and flavorful, and the salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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