APRICOT CHICKEN RICE SALAD

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Dried apricots, a hint of mint and lime juice combine with more conventional chicken salad ingredients in this unique, easy and refreshing twist on an old favorite from our Test Kitchen crew.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions; cool. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, peas, celery, apricots and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lime juice, mint, salt and pepper; shake well. , Stir rice into chicken mixture; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Hannah Wazili
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This is the best chicken rice salad I've ever had!


Yakubu Iddi
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I can't wait to make this salad again!


Mandee Drummond
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This salad is so refreshing and light.


Luqman Malik
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I love the sweet and savory flavors in this salad.


OSAMA Elnaggar
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This is a great recipe for a summer potluck.


Emilia Rodway
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jennifer Miller
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Kingsley Ndubuisi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Yassin Mesbah
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I love how versatile this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Amir Ansari
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Dudamari Jhapa
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I made this salad for my lunch today and it was delicious! The dressing is so flavorful and the salad is so filling.


Hana Getu
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This salad is so refreshing and light, it's perfect for a hot summer day.


Damian Alsip
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The apricots and chicken are a perfect match.


Hassan Zakariyya
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Cody Elrod
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I made this salad for my family last night and it was a big hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, the apricots were sweet and tangy, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


Nicole Noble
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This apricot chicken rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors, and the salad was so refreshing and light.


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