Light Chicken Salad Recipes

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BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



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This basic chicken salad is a family favorite. I like to use baked thighs or breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Toss with chicken, almonds, and celery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 403 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

LIGHT ASIAN CABBAGE-CHICKEN SALAD



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Here's to summer eating and that favorite crunchy chicken salad with the ramen noodles! It's no wonder just about everybody loves it.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
6 cups finely shredded cabbage
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 (3-oz.) pkg. chicken or oriental-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
3 tablespoons sliced or chopped almonds, toasted
2 teaspoons sesame seed, toasted

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; mix well.
  • In large bowl, combine cabbage, chicken and onion; toss to mix. Crumble ramen noodles; discard seasoning packet or reserve for a later use. Add noodles, almonds and sesame seed to cabbage mixture. Add dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 2/3 Cups, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 14 g

EASY HOMEMADE CHICKEN SALAD



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I copied this down once while sitting in the waiting room for a doctor's appointment. (Goodness knows there's always time enough for copying recipes!) I think it came from "Child" magazine. I estimated number of servings.

Provided by MSnow

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken or 1 1/2 cups cooked turkey
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish or 2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In medium mixing bowl combine first three ingredients.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and pepper.
  • Combine the mayo, pickle relish and prepared mustard.
  • Add this sauce to chicken and gently stir in the eggs.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD



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A classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
½ cup mayonnaise
1 stalk celery (chopped)
1 green onion (diced (or chives or red onion))
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh dill (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve as a sandwich or over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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While I normally like using all fresh ingredients, sometimes it's just not feasible. I like to keep comfort foods simple and this is no exception.

Provided by hannahs dad

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 3/4 ounce) can of white chunk chicken breasts, in water
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 medium vidalia onion, chopped finely
nice crusty bread
4 leaves romaine lettuce, for each sandwich
celery salt
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain chicken very well and empty into mixing bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well with a fork shredding chicken as you do so.
  • Place in fridge to chill and let flavors disperse, think 30-60 minutes. Spread on your favorite bread with some romaine lettuce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.9, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 277.6, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.5, Protein 29.7

EASY CHICKEN SALAD



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EXTREMELY easy chicken salad! This recipe is great as a sandwich filling or spread on top of tostada shells with some hot sauce. Enjoy!

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Salad

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - boiled
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can sweet corn
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, vegetables, corn, scallions, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well. Ready to serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 96.1 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 573.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

LIGHTER CHICKEN SALAD



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Try our creamy, not-too-heavy rendition of an American lunch standby.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (6 to 8 ounces each)
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch salted water to a boil in a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Add chicken, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer 5 minutes. Off heat, let chicken (still covered) steam until cooked through, 12 to 14 minutes. Remove from skillet; when cool enough, cut into chunks or shred with 2 forks.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, buttermilk, mustard, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir in chicken, celery, onion, and parsley; season with salt and pepper. Serve on bread or over greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 31 g

20 CHINESE SALADS YOU'LL LOVE



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You can't go wrong with these Chinese salad recipes when you want something light! From chickpea to cucumber to noodle, these traditional salad creations are sure to delight.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 20

Asian Chicken Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
Asian Chickpea Salad
Easy Chinese Cucumber Salad
Wood Ear Mushroom Salad
Chinese Mung Bean Jelly Salad (Liangfen)
Chinese Eggplant Salad
Sesame Ginger Noodle Salad with Cashews
Chinese Chicken Salad
Broccoli Slaw
Tiger Salad
Keto Chinese Chicken Salad
Chinese Chicken Chopped Salad With Ramen Noodles
Spicy Sichuan Okra Salad
Addictive Asian Cabbage Salad Recipe
Kelp Salad
Shrimp Dragon Fruit Salad with Sesame Plum Dressing
Chinese Spinach and Peanut Salad
Vermicelli Noodle Salad
Asian Steak Salad
Chinese Napa Cabbage Salad

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a Chinese salad in 30 minutes or less!

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