Best 7 Broccoli And Chicken Salad With Lemon Dressing Recipes

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Broccoli and chicken salad with lemon dressing is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The broccoli and chicken provide a good source of protein, while the lemon dressing adds a bright and tangy flavor. This salad is also very easy to make, and can be ready in just a few minutes. Whether you're looking for a healthy and delicious meal or a quick and easy weeknight dinner, this broccoli and chicken salad with lemon dressing is sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI



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Sauteed chicken and tender-crisp broccoli are infused with flavor from a savory lemon sauce in this exquisite skillet dish.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 pounds chicken parts
1 medium onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 packets Swanson® Flavor Boost™ Concentrated Chicken Broth
3 cups fresh broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Grate 1 tablespoon zest and squeeze 1/4 cup juice from the lemon.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until well browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet. Pour off any fat.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet. Add the onion and garlic and cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in the concentrated broth and lemon juice. Return the chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Stir the broccoli and lemon zest in the skillet. Cover and cook until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 145.5 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 48.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 579.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHICKEN BROCCOLI SALAD



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This salad is perfect for hot summer months! The sweet and tangy taste is very addictive.

Provided by JeriM in Austin, Tx.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups broccoli florets
3 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
1 cup chopped walnuts
6 green onions, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli, chicken, walnuts, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl until well blended.
  • Pour mayonnaise dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled, if desired. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 266 mg, Sugar 7 g

CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD



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Stir grilled chicken into this creamy pasta salad with broccoli and roasted red pepper.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
One 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cups bite-sized broccoli florets
8 ounces dried penne
1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, parsley, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush with the oil. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until well-marked and just cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, cook the broccoli in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add the broccoli to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
  • Add the chicken and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Citrus     Potato     Poultry     Vegetable     Low Fat     High Fiber     Low/No Sugar     Broccoli     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup sliced carrot
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups 1/2-inch pieces skinless roasted chicken
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried

Steps:

  • Add water to large Dutch oven to depth of 1 inch and bring to boil. Spread potatoes and carrot evenly on steamer rack. Place steamer rack in Dutch oven. Cover and steam vegetables until almost tender, about 9 minutes. Add broccoli florets to steamer rack; cover and steam until all vegetables are just tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer vegetables to large bowl and cool to room temperature.
  • Add chicken and red onion to bowl of vegetables. Combine oil and garlic in small saucepan. Cook over low heat just until garlic begins to sizzle, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Whisk in lemon juice and thyme. Pour warm dressing over salad and toss to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

FRESH BROCCOLI SALAD WITH LEMON



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The slightly sweet flavor of this salad's dressing is a great contrast to the rich bacon. You can substitute cauliflower for the broccoli if you prefer. -Janet Roth, Tempe, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
14 cups small broccoli florets (about 2-1/4 pounds)
12 ounces fresh mushrooms, stems removed, chopped
16 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped red onion
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth., In a large bowl, combine broccoli, mushrooms, bacon, raisins and onion. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BROCCOLI CHICKEN SALAD



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A sweet and creamy dressing coats this hearty chicken-and-veggie salad shared by Susan Blades of Grand Prairie, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons salted sunflower kernels
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH LEMON-SESAME DRESSING



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This main-dish salad is inspired by chicken larb, which is a dance of contrasts: light but rich, with tender meat, crunchy vegetables and seasonings that span sour, sweet, spicy and savory. This recipe dresses lean-but-juicy ground chicken or turkey with sesame oil, fresh lemon, miso, ginger, basil and celery, but there are many ways to adapt it: You could sauté crumbled tofu or cubed salmon instead of the chicken; or add yuzu kosho, wasabi paste or fried garlic. It's good on its own, or with roasted potatoes, grains, salad greens, soba noodles or wrapped in nori.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, weeknight, poultry, salads and dressings, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, plus more for serving
1 pound ground chicken or turkey
Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup white or yellow miso
1 large lemon, zested and juiced (about 1 tablespoon zest and 3 tablespoons juice)
1 1/2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
3 celery stalks, thinly sliced, leaves reserved
1 cup basil leaves, large ones torn in half
2 tablespoons black or white sesame seeds, or a combination (or furikake)

Steps:

  • In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium-low. Add the chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and cook, breaking up into small pieces, until opaque and just cooked through, 3 to 6 minutes. (You're not looking to brown the meat here, which would risk drying it out.) Remove from heat to cool.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the miso, lemon zest and juice, ginger and 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil.
  • When the chicken is no longer hot (warm or cool both work), use a slotted spoon to add it to the bowl with the dressing, leaving any chicken juices behind. Stir to combine. Add the sliced celery, celery leaves, basil and sesame seeds; stir to combine. Taste, and if it needs more spice, add black pepper; if it's bland, add salt; if it's dry, add sesame oil. Eat warm or at room temperature. (Leftovers will keep for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.)

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: For the best results, use fresh, firm broccoli florets. Avoid broccoli that is wilted or has brown or yellow spots.
  • Cook the broccoli properly: To preserve its vibrant color and nutrients, blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then immediately transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Use high-quality chicken: Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for a lean and flavorful protein. If using pre-cooked chicken, make sure it is thoroughly heated before adding it to the salad.
  • Make a flavorful dressing: The lemon dressing is the key to bringing all the flavors together. Use fresh lemon juice and zest, as well as good-quality olive oil. Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients. Some popular additions include chopped celery, shredded carrots, crumbled bacon, or toasted nuts.

Conclusion:

Broccoli and chicken salad with lemon dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as protein and fiber. The lemon dressing adds a bright and tangy flavor that complements the broccoli and chicken perfectly. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this broccoli and chicken salad with lemon dressing a try.

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