Best 9 Peach Chicken Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, embark on a flavor-filled journey with our tantalizing Peach Chicken Salad, a dish that harmoniously blends the sweet and tangy essence of peaches with tender chicken, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Experience a symphony of textures and flavors, as the juicy peaches complement the savory chicken, while celery and walnuts add a delightful crunch. This culinary masterpiece is not just one recipe, but a collection of variations, each with its unique twist. Indulge in the classic mayonnaise-based dressing, or venture into the tangy realm of Greek yogurt dressing, with its refreshing burst of flavor. For those seeking a lighter option, the lemon-herb vinaigrette offers a delightful balance of citrusy brightness and aromatic herbs. Dive into this culinary journey, and discover your perfect Peach Chicken Salad symphony.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH PEACH AND PECAN CHICKEN SALAD



Fresh Peach and Pecan Chicken Salad image

This salad takes advantage of juicy ripe peaches and combines them with toasted pecans and celery for an awesome crunch factor. Feel free to serve on a toasted croissant or on Boston lettuce. For faster prep, use chilled, chopped rotisserie chicken. Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Salad

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup Greek yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon poppy seeds
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
5 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 ½ cups chopped pecans, toasted
1 large ripe peach, pitted and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk until well combined. Add chicken, pecans, peach, and celery; mix until everything is well coated.
  • Serve immediately on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 264.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

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

CURRIED CHICKEN & PEACH SALAD



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This is a very healthy and simple salad to make; even my non-cooking husband can whip it together in minutes. We've served this to friends over the years, and they always ask for the recipe. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup raisins
2 medium peaches, sliced
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise and curry powder; toss gently with chicken, walnuts and raisins. Serve chicken mixture and peaches over greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN AND PEACH SALAD



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Grilled peaches turn this simple chicken and arugula salad with mustard dressing into something worth swooning over.

Provided by Kerri Conan

Categories     Chicken     Fruit     Poultry     Fourth of July     Picnic     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Peach     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Self     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt (preferably kosher)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil cooking spray
1 pound peaches (3 or 4 small), halved and pitted
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups baby arugula (10-ounce package)

Steps:

  • Heat grill on high; set grill rack 4 to 6 inches above heat source. Season chicken with salt and pepper; coat with cooking spray. Grill chicken, turning once, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, 5 to 8 minutes each side. Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Coat peaches with cooking spray; spread skin side up on grill grates; grill, turning once, until juicy but not mushy, 3 to 5 minutes per side. In a salad bowl, whisk mustard, vinegar, oil and 1 tablespoon water. Toss with arugula. Divide arugula among 4 plates. Slice chicken and peaches; distribute evenly among plates.

LEMON AND HERB CHICKEN WITH PEACH AND PROSCIUTTO SALAD



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From Australian Diabetic Living a complete meal. Times are estimated but DO NOT inlude marinading time (2-4 hours). The recipe called for baby beetroot and charge leaves mix but a salad mix of leaves can be used. You could also replace the chicken with a firm white fish.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 (125 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts (trimmed of fat)
125 ml white wine (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh)
1 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons coarse grain mustard (or gluten free wholegrain mustard)
2 tablespoons parsley (or tarragon chopped)
1 lemon (skin peeled into long thin strips, use a vegetable peeler)
cooking spray
9 peaches (cut into thin wedges)
1 small red onion (halved and thinly sliced)
1 bunch basil (leaves picked and torn if large)
80 g baby salad leaves (4 cups)
8 bocconcini (baby halved or torn)
2 slices prosciutto (thin and cut into thin strips)
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (or gluten free dijon mustard)
ground black pepper (freshly, to taste)

Steps:

  • Put the chicken fillets in a shallow glass or ceramic dish.
  • Put wine, lemon juice, oil, garlic, mustard and parsley (or tarragon if using) in a small bowl and whisk to combine and then add the lemon skin strips and the wine mixture to the chicken, turning chicken to coat, cover and put in the fridge for 2-4 hours to marinate.
  • Peach and Prosciutto Salad - put peach, onion, basil, salad leaves (or beetroot and chard leaves if using), bocconcini and prosciutto in a large bowl and toss to combine.
  • Put vinegar, oil and mustard in a small bowl and season with pepper and whisk to combine, set aside.
  • Spray barbecue plate or barbecue grill with cooking spray and preheat to medium.
  • Drain chicken fillets from the marinade, reserving marinade.
  • Put fillets on the barbecue plate and cook, brushing once with reserved marinade for 4 minutes on each side or until cooked through (this will depend on thickness of chicken breasts).
  • Divide the chicken between plates.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad and toss and then serve with the chicken.

PICKLED-PEACH AND MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH FRIED CHICKEN CUTLETS



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Perfect simple dinners with our fried chicken cutlets, topped with mozzarella, sweet pickled peach, and bocconcini salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves
2 large eggs
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Safflower oil, for frying (about 4 cups)
4 Sweet-Pickled Peaches halves, cut into 1/2-inch-wedges, plus 1 tablespoon brine and more brine for serving
5 ounces (1 cup) small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Arugula, for serving
1/4 cup small fresh basil leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast horizontally almost completely through, leaving one side intact. Open up like a book. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/4 inch thick.
  • Whisk eggs in a shallow dish; season with salt and pepper. Put flour in another dish, season with salt and pepper, and whisk to combine. Heat 1 inch safflower oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high until a thermometer registers 375 degrees (a bit of flour should sizzle immediately when dropped in).
  • Working with one breast at a time, season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour mixture, tapping off excess. Dip in eggs, letting excess drip off, then coat again in flour mixture. Immediately place in hot oil and cook until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes a side. Remove with tongs and let drain on paper towels. Season with salt. Repeat with remaining chicken, adjusting heat as necessary to maintain oil temperature.
  • Toss together peaches, brine, bocconcini, and olive oil in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, top cutlets with peach mixture and arugula, sprinkle with basil, and drizzle with more olive oil and more brine.

CURRIED CHICKEN AND PEACH SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Chicken and Peach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
6 tablespoons fat free sour cream
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
8 cups torn bibb lettuce
2 cups cubed and cooked chicken
3 cups sliced and peeled peaches
16 leaves bibb lettuce
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Steps:

  • Combine the first 8 ingredients.
  • Add the torn lettuce, chicken and peaches and toss.
  • Place 4 lettuce leaves on a plate then spoon 2 cups of salad mixture on it, and top with 1/2 tbsp of pine nuts sprinkled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 4.6, Sodium 204.5, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 16.3, Protein 4.8

GRILLED CHICKEN SPINACH SALAD WITH HABANERO-PEACH VINAIGRETTE



GRILLED CHICKEN SPINACH SALAD WITH HABANERO-PEACH VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Chicken

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the Habanero Peach Vinaigrette dressing:
1 can (about 15 ounces) peach halves or slices in juice, drained (1/2 cup juice reserved)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground habanero pepper
For the salad:
3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, about 6 ounces each
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 bags (about 9 ounces each) cleaned baby spinach leaves
1 cup chopped, toasted walnuts
3 ounces crumbled blue cheese or chevre (optional)*

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, purée all of the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Place the chicken in a plastic zipper bag. Add half the dressing (3/4 cup), seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, no more than 8 hours. Preheat a grill for direct grilling, medium heat. Soak the onion in ice water for at least 10 minutes; drain. Grill the chicken until browned on both sides, firm to the touch and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the side of the thickest piece of chicken registers 170°F. Toss the spinach, onions, walnuts and cheese with the remaining 3/4 cup dressing. Slice the grilled chicken and arrange on top of the salad.

CHICKEN CUTLETS WITH PEACH AND ARUGULA SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup panko or dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup Parmigiano finely grated
1/3 cup flour
1 pound boneless chicken breasts (4) pounded
3 pinches salt
9 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon smooth Dijon mustard
2 ripe peaches pitted and cut into wedges
4 ounces baby arugula
1/2 small red onion thinly sliced

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 200 degrees to keep fried chicken warm
  • beat the eggs with milk and put in a shallow wide dish; put breadcrumbs mixed with Parmigiano in another shallow dish; put flour in a third shallow dish
  • dredge chicken in flour, shake excess, then dredge in egg wash, then dredge in crumbs, then place on a wire rack to set for 5 mins
  • in a medium bowl whisk together 4 tablespoons of oil, vinegar and mustard, season with salt and pepper and add peaches and toss gently
  • heat 3 tablespoons of oil over medium high heat in a skillet and cook the cutlets 2 at a time, flipping once till golden and crisp, about 2 mins per side. Put cutlets after they finish cooking in the oven to keep warm.
  • add arugula and onion to the peaches and toss well. Serve the chicken topped with salad.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe peaches: Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor. Look for peaches that are fragrant and have a slight give when you gently press them.
  • Use cooked chicken: For convenience, use cooked chicken from a rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled or roasted chicken. You can also boil or poach chicken breasts for this recipe.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Use a variety of nuts: The recipe calls for walnuts, but you can also use pecans, almonds, or pistachios. Choose nuts that you enjoy and that will complement the other flavors in the salad.
  • Add fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, thyme, or mint, can add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the salad. Stir them in just before serving.

Conclusion:

Peach chicken salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its combination of sweet peaches, savory chicken, crunchy nuts, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option, give peach chicken salad a try.

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