Best 7 Candied Walnut Chicken Salad Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of candied walnut chicken salad, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends sweet and savory elements. This irresistible dish is a delectable symphony of tender chicken, crunchy candied walnuts, crisp celery, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing. It's a versatile dish that can be served on a bed of lettuce for a refreshing salad, nestled in a soft croissant for a satisfying sandwich, or as a delightful filling for a flaky pastry. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe for this delightful dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

WALNUT-CHICKEN SALAD



Walnut-Chicken Salad image

Rotisserie chicken, fresh berries and a yogurt dressing whip up into a delicious dinner salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup Yoplait® Original yogurt lemon burst
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash salt
3 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sliced or quartered strawberries
Bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients.
  • In large bowl, mix chicken, celery and walnuts. Add dressing; toss. Fold in strawberries. Serve on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



Walnut Chicken Salad image

Make and share this Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cooked chicken, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
4 tablespoons dill pickle relish
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken through relish; mix well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour creamy dressing mixture into chicken salad mixture and mix everything together well.
  • Serve on lettuce or croissants/rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.9, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 176.6, Sodium 496.9, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5, Protein 26.4

CANDIED WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



Candied Walnut Chicken Salad image

Make and share this Candied Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Minkey

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts, boneless, cooked and chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup candied walnuts, finely chopped (see chef's note below)
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • 2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • 3. Chef's Note: To candy walnuts, add 2 teaspoons butter and 1/2 cup walnuts to saute pan. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon sugar over walnuts. Warm over medium heat until walnuts are toasted and sugar carmelized (approx. 10 minutes).

SWEET AND TANGY CABBAGE SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS



Sweet and Tangy Cabbage Salad with Candied Walnuts image

Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups walnut halves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 head napa cabbage, chopped
1 head romaine, chopped
1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
2 oranges, cut into supremes
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons reserved walnut simple syrup
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
2 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
Pinch salt
Pinch cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water, sugar and walnuts to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, then drain the liquid from the walnuts. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the walnut syrup. Transfer the walnuts to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and sprayed with cooking spray. Season the walnuts with salt, cayenne and smoked paprika. Bake for 15 minutes until toasted and dry. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • In a large serving bowl, add the cabbage, romaine, bean sprouts, oranges, cherries and cheese. Top with the walnuts and toss with the desired amount of Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette.
  • In a medium bowl add the lemon juice, simple syrup, mustard and thyme. Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

PARMESAN AND CANDIED WALNUT SALAD



Parmesan and Candied Walnut Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried and leaves roughly torn
1 1/2 cups store-bought candied walnuts
1 large sliced pear or apple
Shaved Parmesan, to taste
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • So first things first, you put all the components of your salad together. Combine the romaine lettuce, the candied walnuts, and the sliced pears n a serving bowl.
  • Whisk the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and the salt and pepper, to taste, in a small bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
  • For the finishing touch, shave some fresh Parmesan over the top and serve.

MISSY'S CANDIED WALNUT GORGONZOLA SALAD



Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad image

A yummy, easy salad with candied walnuts, cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese, mixed greens, and a raspberry vinaigrette. It's always a big hit and is requested by my friends and family constantly! Even my picky fiance!

Provided by MissyPorkChop

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup walnut halves
¼ cup sugar
3 cups mixed greens
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place walnuts and sugar in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves into a light brown liquid and coats the walnuts. Remove walnuts from skillet, and spread them out on a sheet of aluminum foil to cool.
  • Place in a large salad bowl the mixed greens, cranberries, cheese, vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss gently; add candied walnuts, and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

CANDIED WALNUT SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



Candied Walnut Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette image

Sweet, nutty, and herbally aromatic, this vinaigrette compliments a wide variety of dishes, and is easy to make! The sugared walnuts, nut oils, and fresh herbs dramatically open the palate for roasted meats, crisp wines, and full-bodied fare. It is a great herald for spring!

Provided by Aaron Geiger

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup brown sugar
12 ounces walnut halves
½ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 ¼ teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil
½ cup walnut oil
½ cup peanut oil
10 ounces arugula leaves or spring mix
salt to taste
ground multi-colored peppercorns to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted and turned deep brown - but not burnt, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Once the sugar has browned, stir in walnut halves until coated with caramelized sugar. Spread out onto prepared baking sheet, and place into preheated oven. Cook until the center of the walnuts have just turned a light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool until warm or room temperature.
  • Whisk the vinegar together with the chives, parsley, dill, and chervil. Whisk in walnut and peanut oils until well combined.
  • To serve, toss the arugula with enough dressing to moisten in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place onto salad plates and garnish with candied walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 25.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
  • Toast the Walnuts: Toasting the walnuts brings out their flavor and makes them more fragrant. You can toast them in a skillet over medium heat or in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
  • Use Fresh Celery: Fresh celery adds a nice crunch and flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh celery, you can use chopped water chestnuts or bamboo shoots instead.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, but still tender and juicy.
  • Use a Good-Quality Mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is one of the main ingredients in the salad, so it's important to use a good-quality one. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil, and avoid using low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise.
  • Season to Taste: Always taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

Conclusion:

Candied walnut chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of sweet, crunchy walnuts, tender chicken, and creamy mayonnaise is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give candied walnut chicken salad a try.

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