Best 7 Bird Of Paradise Chicken Salad Recipes

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"Bird of Paradise Chicken Salad" is a tropical twist on the classic chicken salad, featuring a vibrant array of flavors and textures. This refreshing and flavorful dish is perfect for a light lunch or a summer picnic. The combination of sweet and savory ingredients, along with the tangy dressing, creates a delightful and memorable dish that will surely impress your taste buds.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN PARADISE



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You'll think you've traveled to the tropics when you bite into this inviting chicken salad, served in an attractive pineapple "boat". It's a blend of a variety of tastes and textures, including coconut, peanuts, mandarin oranges and green grapes. -Dorothy Anderson, Ottawa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 fresh pineapples with tops
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chutney
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup halved green grapes

Steps:

  • Cut each pineapple in half lengthwise, then cut in half lengthwise again, making four shells with part of the leaves. Remove fruit; cut into cubes. Turn pineapple shells cut side down on paper towels to drain; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the pineapple cubes, chicken and celery; cover and refrigerate. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, chutney and salt; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., Before serving, drain the chicken mixture; toss with mayonnaise mixture and peanuts. Using a slotted spoon, fill pineapple shells. Sprinkle with coconut; top with oranges and grapes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COPYCAT CHICKEN SALAD



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This recipe is incredibly easy to make, and your family will love it. The sweet pickle relish gives it its signature taste. I like to use a thick, crusty oat bread for this sandwich. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup sweet pickle relish
1/3 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 hard-boiled large egg, cooled and minced
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
4 slices whole wheat bread, toasted
2 romaine leaves

Steps:

  • Mix the first 7 ingredients; stir in chicken. Line 2 slices of toast with lettuce. Top with chicken salad and remaining toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 222mg cholesterol, Sodium 1386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

BIRD OF PARADISE CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Bird of Paradise Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups peeled peeled cored cubed fresh pineapple
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed
1 ripe papaya
lettuce leaf
6 bunches red grapes (for garnish)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a large bowl; add in pineapple, grapes, and mango (if you are not serving right away, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours; if you refrigerate longer, the pineapple tends to give off its juices).
  • To make the dressing: whisk the mayonnaise, orange juice, and zest together in a small bowl.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup nuts.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture; toss gently but thoroughly.
  • Peel the papaya, using a vegetable peeler.
  • Cut it in half, remove the seeds, and the cut it vertically into even slices.
  • Line individual plates with lettuce leaves; mound the chicken salad in the middle of the plate; arrange papaya slices around the salad along with a cluster of grapes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining nuts; serve immediately.

BIRD OF PARADISE CHICKEN( SUE BUTZ) RECIPE



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Provided by ryanbarilics

Number Of Ingredients 5

Boneless chicken breasts
Grated Parmesan cheese
1egg 1egg
sherry wine
butter

Steps:

  • Put egg in one dish and cheese in another.Clean and dry chicken.Dip chicken in egg then cheese.Melt butter in frying pan and cook chicken until golden brown.Add enough sherry wine to cover bottom of pan and let cook for about 30 min.server over white rice.

BIRD OF PARADISE



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This chicken is to die for! I got it out of a cookbook from our library 9 years ago and use it alot. You can add more chicken just up your amounts of cheese and sherry.

Provided by ShayK

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup sherry wine
1/2 cup butter

Steps:

  • Whisk the egg and milk together, place cheese in a shallow bowl.
  • Dip Chicken into egg"wash" then into cheese.
  • In a skillet melt the butter.
  • Add the coated chicken and brown for 5-6 minutes on each side.
  • Add Sherry.
  • Cover and cook on med-low heat for 35 minutes or until cooked through.

BIRD OF PARADISE CHICKEN



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Number Of Ingredients 20

1 green onion, (with top)
4 whole chicken breasts (about 4 pounds)
8 thim slices Virginia ham (about 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (see Soups)
1/4 cup sliced canned bamboo shoots
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
dash white pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil
vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ginger root juice
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Cut green onion into 1-inch pieces shred pieces lengthwise into fine strips. Cover with iced water let stand 10 minutes or until strips curl.Remove bones and skin from chicken breasts cut each chicken breast lengthwise into halves. To butterfly chicken, split each piece lengthwise almost into halves open flat. Place 1 ham slice on each chicken piece fold chicken lengthwise in half, pressing cut edge to seal. Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and the sugar.Heat broth, bamboo shoots, dark soy sauce, white pepper and sesame oil to boiling. Stir in cornstarch mixture cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from heat keep warm. Heat vegetable oil (2 inches) in wok to 350°. Mix flour, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, the gingerroot juice, baking soda, salt and egg white in medium bowl. Dip chicken, 1 piece at a time, into batter to coat all sides. Fry 2 pieces at a time 3 minutes or until very light brown drain on paper towels.Increase oil temperature to 375°. Fry half the chicken 2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken. Cut each piece crosswise into 1-inch pieces, using a very sharp knife place in a single layer on heated platter. Pour sauce over chicken garnish with green onion.8 servings**Crisply batter fried on the outside with a fine slice of firm Virginia ham down the middle, this colorful dish makes a most impressive presentation. Garnish with curly scallion ringlets. If necessary, secure edges of chicken together with wooden picks.From "Betty Crocker's New Chinese Cookbook." Text Copyright 2005 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

BIRD OF PARADISE CHICKEN



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Number Of Ingredients 20

1 green onion, (with top)
4 whole chicken breasts (about 4 pounds)
8 thim slices Virginia ham (about 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (see Soups)
1/4 cup sliced canned bamboo shoots
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
dash white pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil
vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ginger root juice
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Cut green onion into 1-inch pieces shred pieces lengthwise into fine strips. Cover with iced water let stand 10 minutes or until strips curl.Remove bones and skin from chicken breasts cut each chicken breast lengthwise into halves. To butterfly chicken, split each piece lengthwise almost into halves open flat. Place 1 ham slice on each chicken piece fold chicken lengthwise in half, pressing cut edge to seal. Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and the sugar.Heat broth, bamboo shoots, dark soy sauce, white pepper and sesame oil to boiling. Stir in cornstarch mixture cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from heat keep warm. Heat vegetable oil (2 inches) in wok to 350°. Mix flour, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, the gingerroot juice, baking soda, salt and egg white in medium bowl. Dip chicken, 1 piece at a time, into batter to coat all sides. Fry 2 pieces at a time 3 minutes or until very light brown drain on paper towels.Increase oil temperature to 375°. Fry half the chicken 2 minutes or until golden brown, turning once drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken. Cut each piece crosswise into 1-inch pieces, using a very sharp knife place in a single layer on heated platter. Pour sauce over chicken garnish with green onion.8 servings**Crisply batter fried on the outside with a fine slice of firm Virginia ham down the middle, this colorful dish makes a most impressive presentation. Garnish with curly scallion ringlets. If necessary, secure edges of chicken together with wooden picks.From "Betty Crocker's New Chinese Cookbook." Text Copyright 2005 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chicken salad shine. Look for ripe celery and grapes, and choose a mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, then remove it from the heat and let it cool.
  • Chill the chicken salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and will make the salad more refreshing.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or greens: This will add some extra crunch and color to the dish.
  • Garnish the chicken salad with fresh herbs or chopped nuts: This will add some extra flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Bird of Paradise Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer luncheon or potluck. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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