Best 7 Baked Nectarine Chicken Salad Recipes

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When the warm weather hits, there's nothing quite like a refreshing, light, and flavorful dish to satisfy your taste buds. The baked nectarine chicken salad is an exquisite culinary creation that combines the sweetness of nectarines, the savory taste of chicken, and the crunchiness of mixed greens. This tantalizing salad not only offers a delightful flavor profile but also packs a nutritious punch with its lean protein, vitamins, and antioxidants. Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets behind crafting this delectable dish? Let's dive into the world of flavors and explore the art of preparing the baked nectarine chicken salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

NECTARINE CHICKEN SALAD



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When guests are coming for lunch or dinner in the warm summer months, I like to serve this attractive, colorful salad. The dressing is refreshingly tart. A neighbor shared the recipe years ago and I've passed it on many times.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
5 medium ripe nectarines, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lime juice, sugar, thyme, oil and garlic; shake well. , On a serving platter, arrange salad greens, chicken and nectarines. Drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED NECTARINE CHICKEN SALAD



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This casserole is a fun twist on a classic. Folks love the crunchy chow mein noodles on top. I love that I can make it a day in advance and refrigerate until it's time to serve. Serve with hot bread or rolls. -Faye Robinson, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/3 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 celery ribs, thinly sliced
4 medium nectarines, coarsely chopped
8 green onions, sliced
2 cans (3 ounces each) crispy chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, nectarines and onions. Add mayonnaise mixture; toss gently to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with noodles. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes. To Make Ahead: This can be made a day in advance. Before adding noodles, cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Sprinkle with noodles. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 37g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 911mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH NECTARINES AND GOAT CHEESE



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Crunchy and creamy, sweet and tangy, this main dish salad is a new take on the goat cheese, spinach and fruit salads of the 1980s. Lemon-kissed nectarines and shallots are tossed with chicken, pita chips and greens. A mature green like spinach adds heft, but any salad green works. Goat cheese cream hidden beneath the salad is a delightful surprise; you get a bit of the tangy cream every few bites. Make it vegetarian by nixing the chicken and adding white beans to the nectarines in Step 1. Embellish freely with thinly sliced beets, sunflower seeds, sliced jalapeños or soft herbs, or swap in another stone fruit like apricots or cherries.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 to 2 pounds ripe but firm nectarines, pitted and sliced (4 to 6)
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons lemon juice, plus more to taste (from 2 lemons)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 cup buttermilk, plus more as needed
8 ounces goat cheese, preferably herbed, at room temperature
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 to 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (from about 1 rotisserie chicken)
1 to 2 cups lightly crushed pita chips
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
8 to 10 ounces salad greens, such as mature spinach, arugula or watercress

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the nectarines, shallot and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, mash together the buttermilk, goat cheese and lemon zest. Season to taste with salt and pepper and thin with more buttermilk until it's the consistency of a dip. (Both mixtures can be made up to an hour ahead and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before eating.)
  • When you're ready to eat, add the chicken, pita chips, and olive oil to the nectarines and stir to combine. Add the greens, season them with salt and pepper, and stir once more. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, lemon juice, and oil until flavors are bright and punchy.
  • Spread the goat cheese cream on plates, then top with the salad (or dot the salad with the goat cheese cream). Serve immediately.

CHICKEN AND NECTARINE SALAD



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This can look so nice on the plate, is tasty, and good to have if you want to pick up a cooked chicken at the store.

Provided by Latchy

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lettuce, of your choice
1 bunch watercress, broken into sprigs
500 g cooked chicken, chopped
1 red pepper, sliced
4 nectarines, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
black pepper, dressing
3 teaspoons crushed black peppercorns
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Arrange lettuce leaves, watercress, chicken, red pepper, nectarines and celery on a large platter.
  • Spoon dressing over.
  • To make dressing, put all ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake well.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD WITH NECTARINES



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Make and share this Curried Chicken Salad With Nectarines recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Absarunnin

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
2 cups cubed nectarines
1/2 cup diced celery
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and next 5 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Drizzle mayonnaise mixture over chicken mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.8, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 504.4, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 7.2, Protein 33.6

STICKY ORANGE CHICKEN WITH NECTARINES



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This is a great summer recipe. I like to used cut peaches or nectarines over top of the chicken and rice.

Provided by oldiesgal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup orange juice
¼ cup light soy sauce
2 tablespoons buckwheat honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch Italian seasoning
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed
2 nectarines, sliced

Steps:

  • Mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, hot sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic together in a small bowl to make the sauce.
  • Season flour lightly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cut chicken breasts into 1/2-inch strips. Dredge chicken pieces in the seasoned flour; sprinkle more salt and pepper on top.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips and brown on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Pour in the orange sauce. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens and chicken is no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Plate the chicken and top with nectarine slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 807.6 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

CHICKEN AND NECTARINE SALAD WITH TOASTED CUMIN MAYONNAISE



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Nectarine     Almond     Summer     Lettuce     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
5 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups diced firm but ripe nectarines
3/4 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
2/3 cup chopped red onion Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Toast cumin in heavy small skillet over medium heat until slightly darkened, about 1 minute. Transfer to small bowl. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice; whisk dressing until smooth.
  • Toss chicken, nectarines, celery, and onion in large bowl. Stir in dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon salad into lettuce leaves and sprinkle with almonds. Divide among 4 plates and serve.

Tips:

  • To select the ripest nectarines, look for fruit that is fragrant and has a deep, golden-orange color.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also bake the nectarines in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly charred.
  • Be sure to let the nectarines cool slightly before handling them, as they will be very hot.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken on hand, you can use rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken breast in a pinch.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, or crumbled cheese.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Baked Nectarine Chicken Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make summer salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. The combination of sweet nectarines, savory chicken, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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