Basil chicken salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the flavors of sweet basil, tender chicken, and a creamy dressing. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a light lunch or dinner, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches, wraps, or salads. Basil chicken salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken, making it a convenient and economical meal option. With its bright flavors and simple preparation, basil chicken salad is a recipe that everyone should have in their repertoire.
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PARMESAN AND BASIL CHICKEN SALAD
A creamy, yummy chicken salad that is a little different from the usual recipes.
Provided by Janet Schaufele
Categories Salad
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Let cool, and chop into chunks.
- In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise, basil, garlic, and celery.
- Combine the chunked chicken, pureed mixture, and Parmesan cheese; toss. Refrigerate, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
LEMON-BASIL CHICKEN-PASTA SALAD
Make a chicken pasta salad for dinner tonight. A homemade dressing with garlic, basil and Parm makes it delicious.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a 4-quart Dutch oven about half full of water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if desired. Cover with lid; heat over high heat until water is boiling rapidly. Add the pasta. Heat to boiling again. Boil uncovered 9 to 11 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not mushy. While water is heating and pasta is cooking, continue with recipe.
- Break off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus stalks where they snap easily; wash asparagus. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces to measure 2 cups. Add asparagus to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes to measure about 2 cups. Tear the basil leaves lengthwise into narrow strips.
- Place strainer or colander in the sink. Pour pasta and asparagus in the strainer to drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
- In a large glass or plastic bowl, toss pasta, asparagus and chicken. Stir in garlic, basil, cheese, oil and lemon peel. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN, BASIL AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD
This is a nice refreshing pasta salad to serve in the summer, and is also delicious served as a vegetarian pasta salad by omitting the chicken. The time listed below does not include the time needed to chill the salad.
Provided by TasteTester
Categories Penne
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
- Mix together the oil, vinegar, salt, garlic, mustard and pepper with a whisk until thoroughly combined.
- In a very large bowl toss together the pasta mixture, chicken cubes (if using), dressing, tomatoes, shredded cheese and olives. Cover and chill for 4-24 hours. Add basil and toss gently before serving. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 728.5, Fat 35.4, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 118.6, Sodium 757.8, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 48.6
MANGO BASIL CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE SALAD
Serve as a salad or even a wrap ... zippy balsamic vinaigrette, fresh basil and mango, with chicken and whole-grain brown rice. Oh, and, don't forget the cheese.
Provided by Minute Rice
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Minute® Rice
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In bottom of large bowl, combine bottled dressing and basil. Add chicken, brown rice, mango, and tomatoes. Toss well to combine.
- To serve: Place 1 lettuce leaf onto each of 4 serving plates. Divide salad mixture evenly and place into center of lettuce leaves. Garnish top of each serving with an equal amount of crumbled goat cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 337.7 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
BASIL CHICKEN SALAD
This recipe comes from the 3 Fat Chicks website. I've made it several times already, and it's always been a bit hit with my family and guests. It's wonderful to serve on a hot summer's evening on the patio.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Chicken
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients and stir well.
- Combine chicken, celery, green onions and basil in a medium bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise mixture and toss gently.
- Place 1 cup spinach on each of 6 salad plates.
- Spoon chicken mixture evenly over each plate.
- Sprinkle with pine nuts.
BASIL CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD
I love basil and chicken together, and chicken and cashew together, so it was natural to put it *all* together into this tasty sandwich filling!
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients; the filling tastes even better when it's had a chance to chill thoroughly, but often I eat it right away.
- Goes well on croissant or in a pita.
- Makes about 4 servings.
CHICKEN-RICE SALAD WITH TOMATO AND BASIL
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 or prepare bbq med-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roast or grill chicken just until cooked through, about 5 min. Cool. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Combine tomatoes, chopped basil, oil, lemon juice and garlic in large bowl. Let stand at room temp. 20min. Add rice and chicken to bowl and stir to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon salad into center of platter; surroud with arugula. Garnish with thinly sliced basil. Serve salad at room temperature.
BASIL-AVOCADO CHICKEN SALAD WRAPS
This recipe is paleo-friendly and ready in under 30 minutes.
Provided by preciosa2107
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix mashed avocados, lime juice, basil, garlic salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Add chicken, raisins, and walnuts to avocado mixture and stir until evenly coated. Spoon chicken mixture into lettuce leaves and roll leaves around filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 42.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 310.8 mg, Sugar 8 g
PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH TOMATO-BASIL SALAD
This recipe was emailed to me, but I don't know where it's from originally. I've had the recipe stuck on my fridge for a while and have made it often, so I'm going to post it here for quick reference instead.
Provided by rpgaymer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the chicken between two sheets of wax paper and pound with a flat mallet until the meat is about 1/2-inch thick.
- Prepare 3 bowls- one to hold the flour, one to hold the beaten eggs, and one to hold the Parmesan cheese. Combine the four dried herbs with the grated cheese.
- Coat each chicken filet with flour, then egg, then the Parmesan-herb mixture.
- Spray a skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Saute the chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
- While the chicken is cooking, put the mixed greens in four salad bowls. Top with fresh basil & tomatoes.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, olive, & salt-pepper to create a dressing. Pour over salads, and toss a bit if desired. Once the chicken filets are done, serve them over the salad.
CHICKEN MILANESE WITH TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Lightly season chicken cutlets all over with salt and pepper; let rest while you make the basil oil.
- In a blender or food processor, combine oil, basil, garlic and salt to taste; purée until smooth.
- In a medium bowl, toss tomatoes and mozzarella with about half of the basil oil and salt to taste. Set aside.
- Place flour in a shallow bowl or plate. Pour eggs into another shallow dish; combine panko and Parmesan in a third dish.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and remaining 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. As it heats, dip a chicken cutlet in flour, shake off excess, then dip in eggs. Shake off excess, then dip both sides in panko mixture and transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with remaining cutlets.
- When oil is hot, fry 2 cutlets at a time until bottoms are golden, about 3 minutes. Flip and fry until golden and crispy all over, about another 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle immediately with salt.
- Taste tomato-mozzarella salad and add more salt and/or basil oil if needed. Serve cutlets topped with a squeeze of lemon, a drizzle of remaining basil oil and tomato-mozzarella salad.
BASIL CHICKEN SALAD
You're 10 minutes away from fresh, homemade chicken salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix all ingredients.
- Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
BASIL-PARMESAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH APPLES
Make and share this Basil-Parmesan Chicken Salad With Apples recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Process mayonnaise, basil, Parmesan, lemon juice, and garlic in food processor until smooth and pale green, about 10 seconds.
- Combine chicken, celery, apples, and mayonnaise mixture in large bowl.
- Gently toss arugula into chicken salad and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.
PARMESAN AND BASIL CHICKEN SALAD
A really quick and tasty recipe! It is also easily doubled or quadrupled for a larger family. You can make it in the morning and stick in the fridge until you need it for dinner. If you use those prepackaged chicken strips, it is even faster. Best served over salad or as a filling for a sandwich with a couple slices of tomato - yum! Garlic lovers unite! There will be no vampires at your house with this one!
Provided by briosgaid
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- If not using prepackaged chicken, preheat oven to 375°F.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in baking dish.
- Roast about 35 minutes, or until juices run clear.
- Cool.
- Cut chicken into bite size pieces (about 1 inches by 1/2 in.) and place in medium bowl.
- In a food processor, puree mayo, basil, garlic, and pine nuts.
- Add to chicken and toss with cheese.
STRAWBERRY FETA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC-BASIL GRILLED CHICKEN (OR NOT)
This refreshing salad combines sweet strawberries, crunchy toasted almonds, and salty feta with a delicious honey-balsamic vinaigrette. For the carnivores, optional basil-balsamic grilled chicken tops it off.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- If including chicken, pound the chicken breasts to approximately 1/2 inch thick. Add to a gallon-sized Ziploc bag (I actually pound it right in the bag then add the marinade. I'm a little worried about causing holes, but it hasn't happened yet). Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken in the bag. Refrigerate for at least an hour, up to 12 hours.
- Grill for about three minutes on each side until cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the salad dressing. Whisk together all the ingredients - olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt. Refrigerate for at least an hour, if possible, so the flavors meld.
- Toast almonds in a saute pan on medium high for about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until you can smell them/they look toasted. Set aside and let cool.
- In a large salad bowl, toss together the mixed greens, spinach, strawberries, onion, feta cheese, and cooled sliced almonds.
- Just before serving, pour the salad dressing over the salad and gently toss again.
- Cut the chicken into slices, if using, and place it atop individual servings as desired.
BASIL SCENTED CHICKEN SALAD
This chicken salad sounds fresh as spring with fresh basil, spinach and parsley! Make this with a store bought rotisserie chicken and you have a super fast, no cook meal. Recipe from Southern Living® Our Best Easy Weeknight Favorites.
Provided by januarybride
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first five ingredients, stirring well.
- Add chicken and next 4 ingredients, and toss gently.
- Place spinach on individual serving plates; top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 115.2, Sodium 514.2, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 38.6
BASIL-SCENTED CHICKEN SALAD
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients, stirring well. Add chicken and next 3 ingredients, and toss gently. Place spinach on individual serving plates; top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with nuts.
BASIL CHICKEN SALAD
You're 10 minutes away from fresh, homemade chicken salad.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix all ingredients.
- Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use fresh basil: Fresh basil leaves add a vibrant flavor to the chicken salad. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor will be less intense.
- Choose high-quality chicken: The quality of the chicken you use will greatly affect the flavor of the salad. Look for chicken breasts or thighs that are free-range and organic.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side.
- Let the chicken cool completely: Before you add the chicken to the salad, let it cool completely. This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Use a variety of vegetables: In addition to celery and red onion, you can add other vegetables to the salad, such as carrots, bell peppers, or cucumber.
- Use a good quality mayonnaise: The mayonnaise you use will also affect the flavor of the salad. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil.
- Season the salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of Dijon mustard.
Conclusion:
Basil chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying salad that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give basil chicken salad a try.
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