POPPY SEED FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD

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This photo by Betty Crocker recipes, inspired me to make my own salad and place it in this star design. Hope you like my salad, in this star shape.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 small boneless skinless chicken planks, cut in bite size pieces
1/2 c raspberry walnut vinaigrette
2 tsp poppy seeds
1/2 c diced red apple, cored but unpeeled
1/2 c red bell pepper, diced
1/4 c chopped almonds or walnuts, optional
1/2 c navel orange segments. diced
1/2 c red grapes, halved
1/2 c pineapple, chunks drained
1 small personal size seedless watermelon, sliced in 1/2
DRESSING:
1/4 c mayonnaise, to taste
1/4 c light honey(dark is to strong)
1/4 c thawed limeade concentrate, undiluted

Steps:

  • 1. Remove rind from melon and slice in 1-inch slices - stack 3 slices high and slice into 8- tri-angles. Stack the tri-angles in a circle like above photo forming a circle with pointed ends out- leaving a center open on a large cake plate; chill until ready to use.
  • 2. Put chicken pieces in raspberry vinaigrette in a ziploc freezer bag. Refrigerate to marinate for 1 hour. Remove chicken from marinade with tongs and discard marinade. Sauté chicken in 1 Tablespoon olive oil until cooked through, Chill.
  • 3. Mix the chicken, and fruit,nuts together in a large bowl. Combine dressing ingredients and blend well - pour over chicken mixture in bowl, stir to coat evenly.
  • 4. To serve. Fill center of melon star, mounding it up. Top with a few slivered almonds, if desired.

Kayla Casarez
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This salad is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it a great way to use up leftovers.


Krack Pathan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Fly unstable
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of chicken, fruits, and poppy seeds.


Sophia Thomas
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The poppy seeds added a nice crunch and the dressing was flavorful.


Evelyn Magbanua
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It was easy to transport and everyone loved it.


Olusegun Peter
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This salad was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a bit more mayonnaise next time.


Nosipho Sithole
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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors were a bit too sweet for my taste. I might try making it again with less sugar.


Kamlesh Yadav
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. The poppy seed dressing was a big hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Karim Bahar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it a great way to use up leftovers.


Yaxye Mukhtar
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the dressing was creamy and tangy. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


ALPHONZO TAYLOR
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The poppy seeds and dried fruits added a nice crunch and sweetness that complemented the chicken perfectly. Will definitely make again!


Mokgaphe Moloto
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This poppy seed fruited chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination and the creamy texture. I'll definitely be making this again.