Best 6 Applebees Chicken Salad Recipes

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When it comes to satisfying your palate with a delightful and wholesome meal, "Applebee's Chicken Salad" stands out as an exceptional choice. This tantalizing dish, renowned for its harmonious blend of flavors, has captivated the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. As you embark on a culinary journey to recreate this delectable salad in your own kitchen, let us guide you through a world of mouthwatering ingredients and simple preparation techniques. Discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and tangy dressing that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors that will elevate your taste buds to new heights.

Let's cook with our recipes!

APPLEBEE'S ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Copycat Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons honey
1/2 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup red cabbage
1 cup napa cabbage
2 cups green onions, finely chopped
1/3 cup chow mein noodles
3/4 cup almond slices
1 cup cooked or rotisserie chicken

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, place honey, vinegar, mayonnaise, and mustard in a blender and puree for 30 seconds.
  • For the salad, cut lettuce and cabbage into thin strips with a pair of kitchen scissors. Toss with green onions, almonds, chow mein noodles, and chicken.
  • Coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 cal

APPLEBEE'S ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD



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A healthy copycat version of Applebee's Oriental Chicken Salad that's just as good as the original for a fraction of the calories!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 head)
1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
8 Crispy Asian Chicken Tenders
1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/3 cup chow mein noodles
2 green onions (chopped)
1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1-2 tablespoons nonfat milk (if necessary)

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or large measuring cup, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, vinegar, mustard, sesame oil, and salt. Taste and add more salt as desired. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, until the desired consistency is reached.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss the romaine, red cabbage, and carrots. Arrange the chicken tenders on top. Drizzle with the dressing. Sprinkle with the chow mein noodles, almonds, and green onion. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 370 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Sodium 304 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 16 g

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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An easy Curried Chicken Salad recipe

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fruit     Poultry     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Mango     Curry     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breast
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup plain yogurt
5 teaspoons curry powder
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium red onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 firm-ripe mango (3/4 pound), peeled, pitted, and chopped
1 cup red seedless grapes (5 ounces), halved
1/2 cup salted roasted cashews, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups water to a simmer with chicken broth in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Add chicken and simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes. Remove pan from heat and cover, then let stand until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and cool 10 minutes. Chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • While chicken is cooling, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, curry, lime juice, honey, ginger, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken, onion, mango, grapes, and cashews and stir gently to combine.

APPLEBEE'S ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD



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A Mock of Applebee's Restaurant's most popular dish! And being an Applebee's employee, I would have to say this recipe is pretty dang close!

Provided by Cadylynn

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons honey
1/2 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup red cabbage
1 cup napa cabbage
2 green onions, chopped finely
1/3 cup chow mein noodles
1 cup cooked chicken (you can use store-bought chicken fingers or bread and fry your own using corn flakes)

Steps:

  • Dressing: Add all ingredients in a blender and puree for about 30 seconds. I usually make a double recipe and add a little extra honey!
  • Salad: This salad is made easiest with a pair of kitchen scissors. Cut lettuce and cabbage into very thin, short strips. Top with green onions, chow mein noodles and Chicken.
  • Idea: You can also turn this salad into amazing wraps! I like to use grilled tortillas. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.1, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 24.1, Sodium 137.9, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 12.3, Protein 8.3

COPYCAT SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD



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My husband and I ordered and devoured this salad from Applebee's three separate times before we finally asked the waitress for the dressing ingredients. She kindly shared the recipe with us, and now I whip up this hearty main-dish salad with its tangy sauce often. -Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices, chopped
1/4 cup coleslaw salad dressing
1 tablespoon juice from pickled jalapeno slices
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup frozen corn
3 cups chopped romaine
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup tri-color tortilla strips

Steps:

  • Place the first 5 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate until serving., Place chicken on oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 3 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes on each side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, prepare corn according to package directions., Divide romaine between 2 salad bowls. Arrange chicken over romaine; top with corn, red pepper, tomatoes and beans. Sprinkle with cheese and tortilla strips. Shake dressing again; drizzle over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

APPLEBEE'S AZTEC CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 lb fresh boneless skinless chicken breast
chipotle chili dry rub seasonings, from specialty store to taste
1 ounce vegetable oil
1 lb chopped salad greens, washed (romaine, Iceberg, Etc)
2 ounces red bell peppers, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces green bell peppers, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces red onions, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces corn kernels, fresh (or Thawed Frozen)
2 ounces celery, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces black beans, drained, rinsed (1/8 of a 15-oz Can)
2 cups tri-color corn tortilla strips (or Crushed Chips)
1 cup smoky tomato vinaigrette (or Dressing of Your Choice)
4 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Rub chipotle spice over chicken breasts and cook in skillet to a 165º internal temperature.
  • While cooking, begin preparation of salad by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing sink. Rinse and wash all vegetables in cold, 40º water with 1/2 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Drain.
  • Clean and sanitize cutting board and knife. Chop salad greens into 1X1" squares. Trim peppers, onions, celery and dice into 1/4" cubes and place into large mixing bowl. Add greens, corn, black beans, tortilla strips and dressing and gently mix with a spatula.
  • Mound salad onto plate and top with pepper jack cheese. When chicken is thoroughly cooked, dice into 1/2" cubes and add to top of salad just prior to serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala are all good choices.
  • Add a little bit of lemon juice to the chicken salad to brighten up the flavor.
  • If you don't have any celery on hand, you can use chopped red onion or green pepper instead.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or in a lettuce wrap for a healthier option.
  • Garnish the chicken salad with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or cilantro for a pop of color.

Conclusion:

Applebee's chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, this recipe is sure to please. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for home cooks of all levels. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give Applebee's chicken salad a try!

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