**Refreshing Cilantro Chicken Salad for Two: A Burst of Flavors for a Light and Healthy Meal**
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our refreshing cilantro chicken salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make salad is a perfect choice for a light and healthy lunch or dinner, bursting with the vibrant flavors of cilantro, juicy chicken, and a zesty dressing. Whether you're a fan of classic chicken salads or seeking a unique and flavorful twist, this recipe is sure to impress. We also offer variations of this recipe, including a creamy avocado cilantro chicken salad and a spicy Sriracha cilantro chicken salad, each with its own distinct character to satisfy diverse palates. Get ready to elevate your culinary experience with this refreshing and versatile salad.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Refreshing Cilantro Chicken Salad:**
- Relish the original cilantro chicken salad recipe, a harmonious blend of shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, red onion, celery, and a tangy dressing.
2. **Creamy Avocado Cilantro Chicken Salad:**
- Elevate your salad with the lusciousness of avocado. This variation incorporates creamy avocado and Greek yogurt into the classic cilantro chicken salad, creating a smooth and delectable texture.
3. **Spicy Sriracha Cilantro Chicken Salad:**
- Ignite your taste buds with the fiery Sriracha cilantro chicken salad. This recipe adds a spicy kick to the classic salad, using Sriracha sauce to create a tantalizingly spicy flavor profile.
CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN SALAD
This cilantro lime chicken salad is simple to make and full of fresh bold flavors. It makes a great lunch or snack when served on chips, crackers, tortillas, or stuffed in an avocado or pepper. This recipe is naturally gluten and dairy free.
Provided by Kimber
Categories Lunch
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the mayonnaise, with the garlic, salt, pepper, and lime juice and mix.
- In a large bowl, stir the chicken, celery, onion, bell pepper, and cilantro with the mayo mixture until everything is coated.
- Chill for 1 hour for flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 136 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 424 mg, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g
CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
This easy chicken salad recipe is made with scallions, cilantro with a hint of lime. It's a tasty twist on traditional chicken salad with some Latin flavor!
Provided by Gina
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine cooked chicken, mayonnaise, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and chile powder.
- Add a little chicken broth if chicken seams too dry, 1 tbsp at a time.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /2, Calories 160.5 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Sodium 151.5 mg, Sugar 1 g
CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
Here's a perfect summer recipe from Linda Schwab-Edmundson, Shokan, New York. A distinctive dressing of cilantro, cumin and lime is refreshing over crisp lettuce and tender chicken. Toss in cherry tomatoes, if you'd like, for color.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, salt and red pepper flakes. , In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken and tomatoes if desired. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 41g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
DELICIOUS CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
This delicious and tasty chicken salad is seasoned with fresh chopped cilantro, lime juice, and poultry seasoning.
Provided by matchin
Categories Salad
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- Add celery, red onion, and almonds to the bowl with the chicken. Toss in mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and cilantro. Season with additional salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add additional mayonnaise if salad seems too dry.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 53.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD FOR TWO
Topping a delicious Caesar salad with a tender grilled chicken breast ensures a healthy, filling lunch that satisfies. -Kay Anderson, Bear, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Brush chicken with oil. Combine the garlic salt, paprika, pepper, basil and oregano; sprinkle over chicken. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., Arrange romaine and tomato on plates. Cut chicken into strips; place over salads. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with croutons if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 653mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
Make and share this Cilantro Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karen From Colorado
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, salt and red pepper flakes in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
- Shake well.
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken and tomatoes.
- Drizzle with cilantro dressing.
- Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.7, Fat 36.5, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 306.4, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 1.3
Tips:
- For optimal flavor, use fresh cilantro in this recipe. If you only have dried cilantro, use half the amount specified in the recipe.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken. Just be sure to shred it before adding it to the salad.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to your liking. You can also use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, if desired.
- If you don't have a lemon on hand, you can use lime juice instead.
- This salad is best served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This refreshing cilantro chicken salad is a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also perfect for potlucks and picnics. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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