Best 2 Summer Splash Chicken Salad Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Summer Splash Chicken Salad, a dish that tantalizes your taste buds and embodies the essence of summer. Featuring tender, succulent chicken, crisp vegetables, and a refreshing dressing, this salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will transport you to a picnic in the park on a warm summer day. Accompanied by three additional recipes – a zesty Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette, a tangy Honey Mustard Dressing, and a creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing – this versatile salad offers endless customization options to suit your preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic vinaigrettes, creamy dressings, or something in between, our diverse selection of dressings ensures that every bite is an explosion of flavor.

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SUMMER CHICKEN SALAD

Summer Chicken Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil, for drizzling
4 ears fresh corn (or use 2 if on the large side)
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill, plus more for serving
3 stalks celery (inner light green stalks and leaves), finely diced
3 stalks celery (inner light green stalks and leaves), finely diced
1 medium red onion, finely diced
1 1/2 cups blueberries
3/4 cup crumbled feta, plus more for serving
1/4 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon sugar
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated

Steps:

For the salad: Put the chicken breasts into a large plastic storage bag. Pound with a mallet or rolling pin to flatten to 1/4-inch uniform thickness. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
Heat a grill and drizzle with the olive oil. Grill the chicken on both sides until done, about 7 minutes per side. (Rotate halfway during grilling each side to ensure pretty grill marks.) Set aside to cool.
Grill the corn for a few minutes, until still crunchy but colored. With a very sharp knife, shave the kernels off each corn cob. Combine with the dill, celery and onions in a large bowl. Set aside.
For the dressing: Mix together the feta, half-and-half, mayonnaise and sour cream in a bowl. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice and some salt and pepper. Stir, and then taste. Add more salt if necessary; do not undersalt!
Slice the chicken on the bias to create flat, randomly shaped pieces. Throw into the bowl with the celery, onions and corn. Stir to combine. Pour half of the dressing over the ingredients and toss gently. Add more as desired, but don't overcoat the salad; it should be light! At the end, toss in the blueberries to lightly coat them in the dressing.
Spoon the salad into butter lettuce cups and then sprinkle individual helpings with feta and extra dill.

SUMMER LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD

Summer Layered Chicken Salad image

You can pull off a delicious and fabulous-looking layered chicken salad in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

7 cups torn romaine lettuce (from 1 head)
2 packages (9 oz each) frozen fully cooked chicken breast strips (not breaded), thawed (4 cups)
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 4 oz)
1 cup pecan halves (4 oz)
1 quart fresh strawberries, quartered (3 cups)
1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

In deep 3-quart salad bowl, place half of the lettuce. Layer with chicken, cheese, pecan halves, remaining lettuce and strawberries.
In small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season fruit. This will ensure that your salad is bursting with flavor.
If you don't have any fresh fruit on hand, you can use frozen or canned fruit. Just be sure to thaw the frozen fruit before using it.
To make your salad even more refreshing, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
If you're packing this salad for lunch, be sure to include a dressing container. This will help keep the salad from getting soggy.
This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Simply shred or dice the chicken and add it to the salad.

Conclusion:

Summer Splash Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!