Best 9 Apricot Salsa Grilled Chicken Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary adventures, where flavors dance and textures intermingle, the apricot salsa grilled chicken salad emerges as a symphony of taste. This vibrant dish, a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, tantalizes the palate with a burst of freshness that is sure to leave you craving more. As you embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful dish, let us guide you through the process, transforming ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal that will delight your senses and leave you feeling invigorated.

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APRICOT SALSA GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD



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Add sizzle to dinner salad with chicken hot off the grill and a peppy fruit salsa.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
6 cups bite-size pieces mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Reserve 2 tablespoons of the orange juice; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, heat apricots and remaining orange juice to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until most of the orange juice is absorbed. Cool 15 minutes. In small bowl, mix reserved 2 tablespoons orange juice, the preserves and oil. Stir in apricot mixture and remaining salsa ingredients.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with garlic salt. Place chicken on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Cut chicken into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Divide salad greens among 4 plates. Top with chicken and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH APRICOT GLAZE, HOMEMADE MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE AND GRAPE SALAD



Grilled Chicken Salad with Apricot Glaze, Homemade Mustard Vinaigrette and Grape Salad image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup chardonnay vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
3 Fresno chiles
Canola oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups green seedless grapes, roughly chopped
2 cups red seedless grapes, roughly chopped
2 to 3 tablespoons chardonnay vinegar
2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup apricot jam
3 tablespoons chardonnay vinegar
4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
Canola oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh thyme
1 bunch watercress, for serving
1/2 cup sliced skin-on almonds, lightly toasted, for serving

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette: Whisk the vinegar, the mustards and salt and pepper, to taste, in a bowl. Slowly whisk in about the olive oil and until emulsified. Taste; whisk in a few more tablespoons olive oil, if desired.
  • For the grape salad: Prepare the grill for direct grilling.
  • Brush the chiles with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until charred on all sides. Remove to a bowl, cover and let steam for 15 minutes. Remove the skins and coarsely chop. Transfer to a bowl and add the grapes, chardonnay vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For the chicken: Whisk together the apricot jam and vinegar. Season with salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Brush the chicken on both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until the first side is golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes. Turn, brush with the glaze and sprinkle on the thyme. Cook until just cooked through, another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a serving platter.
  • To serve, top with the grape salad, then the watercress and finally the almonds. Drizzle with the vinaigrette.

APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN



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Although I already have a posted recipe similar to this one, this one is a bit more on the spicy side! It comes from Taste of Home Best Ever Chicken Cookbook 2009!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8-1/4 teaspoon paprika
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, large
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa, mild, chunky
1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves
1/2 cup apricot nectar
4 -5 cups brown rice, cooked, hot

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper & paprika, mixing well.
  • Add chicken, 2-3 at a time, sealing the bag & shaking to coat.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil, then cook chicken over medium heat until browned on each side, then drain oil from skillet.
  • Stir in salsa, preserves & nectar, then bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat & simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens & a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees F.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.8, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 922.7, Carbohydrate 162.6, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 41, Protein 37.7

WARM APRICOT CHICKEN SALAD



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This colorful salad is topped with marinated sauteed chicken. It's hearty, refreshing and nutritious. Even our kids like the sweet and tangy flavor.-Carolyn Popwell, Lacey, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
6 fresh apricots, sliced
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 pound fresh spinach, stems removed
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, marmalade and soy sauce. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. , Meanwhile, toss apricots and orange zest. Place spinach on a serving platter or four salad plates; top with apricots. In a skillet, saute red pepper and chicken mixture in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from heat; stir in salad dressing. Spoon over spinach and apricots; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN



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In an unusual but tongue-tingling combination, apricots and salsa smother pieces of chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce in this recipe by Grace Yaskovic of Branchville, New Jersey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves
1/2 cup apricot nectar
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients in large bowl; add chicken in batches. Turn to coat. , In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until a thermometer reads 165°. Stir in the salsa, preserves and nectar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens, 2 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APRICOT CHICKEN SALAD



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The cayenne pepper and sweet apricot preserve combination is a great balance. Got this from a magazine a few years ago, perhaps Everyday Food. A bit more sophisticated than regular chicken salad.

Provided by JulieCooks

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup apricot preserves or 1/4 cup peach preserves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup red grapes, halved
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix mayo, preserves, lemon juice and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Toss chicken, grapes, almonds and tarragon in large bowl.
  • Add mayo mixture and toss until coated.
  • Season with salt to taste.

APRICOT SALSA



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This recipe was part of a recipe challenge that worked out quite well. Nice heat from the habanero and lovely sweetness from the apricots and pineapples.

Provided by Melissa Goff

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups chopped fresh apricot
1 cup shallots, julienned
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped fresh pineapple
¼ cup chopped cherry tomatoes
1 habanero pepper, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ cup fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Mix the apricots, shallots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, pineapple, cherry tomatoes, habanero pepper, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and lime juice together in a bowl; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 2.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRILLED APRICOTS AND PISTACHIOS



Arugula Salad With Grilled Apricots and Pistachios image

Pungent arugula contrasts beautifully with fruit of all kinds. Grilling the apricots deepens their flavor and makes them stand out against the arugula even more. You'll be able to make this beautiful salad only during the summer's short apricot season, and even then, you should buy the fruits at the farmers' market so you can sample them to make sure they are juicy and sweet.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups arugula, preferably wild arugula, washed and spun dry
Scant 1/4 cup pistachios (about 1 ounce), lightly toasted and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped slivered basil leaves
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces goat cheese or feta, crumbled
8 small or 6 large ripe apricots

Steps:

  • Heat a griddle over a hot grill or burner, or preheat an indoor grill.
  • Combine arugula, half the pistachios, and basil in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together vinegars, salt and pepper, and 3 tablespoons of the olive oil.
  • Cut apricots in half and remove pits. Brush cut side with remaining olive oil. Grill for about 2 minutes on the cut side, until seared but intact. Remove from the heat.
  • Toss together arugula mixture, dressing and half the apricots. Arrange on a platter. Arrange the remaining apricots, goat cheese or feta and remaining pistachios over the top, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 247, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 345 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

CHICKEN SALAD WITH APRICOTS AND ALMONDS SANDWICH



Chicken Salad with Apricots and Almonds Sandwich image

Upgrade chicken salad with dried apricots for a little sweetness and toasted almonds for crunch in our easy recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Yield 2 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup 2 percent Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced chives
2 tablespoon dried apricots
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted
4 slices seeded wheat bread, toasted
4 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • Make the chicken salad: Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and pepper. When water boils, reduce heat, add chicken, and simmer until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine yogurt, mustard, chives, apricots, and almonds. Stir in chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the lettuce and chicken mixture between two slices toast. Top each with remaining slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 g, Cholesterol 24 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 325 g

Tips

  • For a smoky flavor, grill the chicken over medium heat for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • To make the apricot salsa, combine diced apricots, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Stir until well combined.
  • To assemble the salad, place grilled chicken, apricot salsa, avocado, and arugula on a bed of mixed greens. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • For a more substantial salad, add cooked quinoa or brown rice.
  • For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add grilled vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.

Conclusion

This apricot salsa grilled chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The grilled chicken is tender and flavorful, the apricot salsa is sweet and tangy, and the avocado and arugula add a creamy and peppery flavor. This salad is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.

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