Best 4 Chicken And Nectarine Salad Recipes

Chicken and nectarine salad is a delectable summer dish that combines the sweet and juicy flavors of nectarines with the savory goodness of chicken. This refreshing salad is perfect for light lunches, picnics, or summer potlucks. With a variety of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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CHICKEN, NECTARINE AND AVOCADO SALAD

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This salad is really summery and comes together very quickly. Using granola adds crunch and makes it different. I've tried using a various types of granola, and our favorites have been those that aren't overly sweet but have lots of nuts. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups)
2 medium nectarines, thinly sliced
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup poppy seed salad dressing
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 cup granola with fruit and nuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine spinach, nectarines, chicken and feta. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with avocado and granola. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Fat 32g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 539mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

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

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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.

THAI CHICKEN AND NECTARINE SALAD

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Make and share this Thai Chicken and Nectarine Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons bottled hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salad oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 ounces linguine or 4 ounces lo mein chow mein noodles
3 medium plums or 3 medium peeled peaches, pitted and diced
2 cups diced bok choy
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

In a screw-top jar combine broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, salad or olive oil, sesame oil, garlic and ginger.
Cover; shake well.
Rinse chicken, pat dry.
In a large skillet cook chicken in a small amount of boiling water, covered, for 12 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink.
Drain; cool slightly and cut into cubes.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
In a bowl toss pasta with 3 tablespoons of the dressing.
Place pasta on 4 serving plates.
Top with chicken, fruit, bok choy, and green onions.
Drizzle with remaining dressing.

Tips:

To ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
For a crispier chicken, cook it in a hot skillet over medium-high heat until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a grill pan over medium heat.
For a healthier version of the dressing, use a combination of olive oil and balsamic vinegar instead of mayonnaise.
Feel free to add other ingredients to the salad, such as crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, or dried cranberries.

Conclusion:

This chicken and nectarine salad is a delicious and refreshing summer meal. The combination of sweet nectarines, savory chicken, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. It's also a healthy and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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