Best 9 Warm Cashew Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Warm Cashew Chicken Salad, a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing, all coming together to create a symphony of flavors.

But that's not all! This article also offers a treasure trove of other enticing recipes that are sure to satisfy every palate. From the classic Caesar salad with its iconic dressing to the refreshing Mediterranean Quinoa Salad bursting with vibrant flavors, there's a recipe here for every occasion. And for those who love Asian cuisine, the Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is a must-try, offering a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.

So, whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option, a healthy and satisfying dinner, or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this article has got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Warm Cashew Chicken Salad and discover a world of flavors waiting to be explored.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH CASHEWS



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With so many layers of flavor and so many delicious textures, this Chinese Chicken Salad with Cashews is a perfectly satisfying warm weather meal!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Lunch or Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups diced, cooked chicken ((grilled chicken or a store-bought rotisserie chicken work well))
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup salted cashews
1 cup Chinese chow mein noodles
¼ cup sesame oil
¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil
½ cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a jar with a tight lid and shake until completely combined. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • In a large bowl, toss together chicken, celery, lettuce, bell peppers, onions, and oranges.
  • Add enough of the dressing to lightly coat. Chill, covered, for up to 2 hours (or serve immediately).
  • When ready to serve, divide evenly between four plates and garnish with cashews and chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 salad with 2 T dressing, Calories 607.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Protein 40.6 g, Fat 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 659.6 mg, Fiber 7.1 g, Sugar 16.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 24.9 g

CHICKEN CASHEW SALAD



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This is a great summer pasta salad for barbeques and more. It has a slightly sweet, creamy dressing, and is loaded with chicken, cashews, and crunchy veggies.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups seashell pasta
¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 pinch salt
2 cups chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 onion, chopped
3 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In large bowl, combine brown sugar, salad dressing, lemon juice, vinegar and salt. Toss dressing mixture with cooked pasta, celery, green pepper, onion and chicken. Chill until ready to serve. Mix in cashews just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 545.1 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

CASHEW AND CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, lunch, main course

Time 10m

Yield 2 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups ground roasted or poached chicken or cooked turkey (see note)
3 to 5 tablespoons light or regular mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped roasted unsalted cashews
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped chutney
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 slices good-quality white bread or whole-wheat bread

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except bread, and mix well. Refrigerate to blend flavors, if desired, for several hours or up to a day. Spread equally on 2 slices of bread; top with 2 remaining slices, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 236, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 232 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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I think this is the best cashew chicken salad sandwich recipe around. It's good for you and quick to make, and it has wonderful flavor. -Peggi Kelly, Fairbury, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped salted cashews
1/2 cup chopped red apple
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
6 kaiser rolls or croissants, split
6 lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, cashews, apple and cucumber. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir into chicken mixture. Serve on rolls, with lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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I've tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It's fresh, fruity and refreshing, and the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews-and ( always come home with an empty bowl! -Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 37g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4-pound cooked chicken strips
1 (12-ounce) container cole slaw
1 (8.5-ounce) can mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained
1/3 cup cashews, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil, optional

Steps:

  • Slice chicken strips diagonally. In a bowl, toss together all ingredients. Reserve some cashews for garnish and serve.

WARM CASHEW-CHICKEN SALAD



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In the mood for a crunchy twist on chicken salad? This is it!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 23m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 pound chicken breast tenders (not breaded), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium celery stalks, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves
3 cups Chinese (napa) cabbage or coleslaw mix
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken, celery and onion in oil about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Mix 1/4 cup oil, the vinegar and tarragon; pour over chicken mixture. Serve over cabbage. Top with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 145 mg

EASY CHICKEN CASHEW SALAD



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Cashew Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ceezie

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cold rotisserie chicken
3/4 cup coarsely chopped cashews
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup minced red onion
3/4 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon dry tarragon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Remove and discard skin and bones from rotisserie chicken. Tear meat into bite- size pieces and place in a large bowl with cashews, celery and onion. Mix together remaining ingredients in a small bowl and stir into chicken mixture. Chill for 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Serve over salad greens or spoon into tomato cups, croissants or pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.1, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 69.3, Sodium 263.4, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 18.1

CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD



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I first had this at a friend's daughter's wedding reception and had to have the recipe. My friend made this for 150 guests. There are three key's to this recipe: 1. Mayonnaise, not Miracle Whip, 2. poultry seasoning, and 3. time in the frig. There are numerous other options; I think I've tried them all and are always asked for the recipe, so here 'tis.

Provided by Judikins

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 -2 1/2 cups cooked chicken
1 small red apple
1 small green apple, diced
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (drain &, reserve juice)
1 cup finely diced celery
3 -4 green onions, sliced
chopped water chestnut (optional)
1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
salt & pepper
3/4 cup chopped cashews (or more if you like)
3/4 cup best mayonnaise
reserved pineapple juice
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning (key)

Steps:

  • Blend first eight ingredients in large bowl;(reserve the cashews until later).
  • Mix dressing ingredients well in small bowl.
  • Toss with chicken mixture and refrigerate for several hours; (this is best if refrigerated over night).
  • Before serving, add cashews and let sit for ~30 minutes. You can garnish with cherry tomatoes, cold asparagus, or even hard-boiled eggs.
  • This salad is delicious served on a warm day stuffed in a cold ripe tomato and served on a crisp lettuce leaf with chilled lemon drenched asparagus on the side next to a warmed croissant. Hope you enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.9, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 64, Sodium 553.3, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 15.6, Protein 22.7

Tips:

  • For a crispier salad, use roasted cashews. You can roast them yourself in the oven or buy them pre-roasted.
  • If you don't have any celery on hand, you can substitute another crunchy vegetable, such as bell pepper or jicama.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as shredded carrots, snap peas, or snow peas.
  • If you prefer a sweeter dressing, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • The salad can be served warm or cold. If you're serving it cold, be sure to chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This warm cashew chicken salad is a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, vegetables, and healthy fats, and the sweet and tangy dressing is irresistible. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give this warm cashew chicken salad a try!

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