Best 4 Chicken And Spinach Waldorf Salad Recipes

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Chicken and spinach Waldorf salad is a delightful combination of flavors that offer a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures. This classic salad features juicy chicken, fresh spinach, crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy mayonnaise dressing, all harmoniously blended to create a satisfying dish. Whether you're looking for a refreshing lunch option, a light dinner alternative, or a side dish to complement your main course, a chicken and spinach Waldorf salad is sure to please your palate and leave you feeling nourished.

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CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium apple, unpeeled, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
2 cups diced cooked chicken (about 1 large breast)
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup yogurt (preferably Greek non-fat)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Juice of 1/2 orange (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Serving suggestion: Baby greens, extra grapes, raisins and walnuts for garnish
  • Coat the chopped apple with the lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the chicken, grapes, celery, raisins and walnuts, and gently combine.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice and salt. Gently fold the dressing into the salad. Serve on a bed of greens.

SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad tastes great and packs a super nutritional punch! Try it with any dressing, but my favorite is a fat free roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Provided by JESSICAWILLIAMS

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup black olives
3 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup fat-free roasted garlic salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place equal portions of spinach onto four salad plates. Arrange chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and black olives over spinach, and top with cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 97.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

SIMPLY THE BEST CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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This is an easy and delicious recipe, sure to be a favorite for any occasion. The recipe is for 3 to 4 servings (double the ingredients if you want to serve more people). Enjoy.

Provided by Jackie

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup chopped walnuts
2 cooked rotisserie chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup dried cranberries
½ Granny Smith apple, cored and cubed
¼ cup chopped red onion
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup vanilla yogurt
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Spread chopped walnuts onto a baking sheet.
  • Roast walnuts in the preheated oven until they are fragrant and browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  • Lightly toss chicken with grape halves, cranberries, apple, walnuts, and onion in a salad bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, vanilla yogurt, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss again to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

'WALDORF' CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE



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Try an new take on the classic Waldorf salad with our 'Waldorf' Chicken Salad Recipe. This version features chicken in addition to the traditional fruit, nuts and vegetables. Our 'Waldorf' Chicken Salad recipe is also tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette for a distinct flavor you will love.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield Makes 3 servings, 2-2/3 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
1 medium Red Delicious apple, chopped
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 bag (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup KRAFT Lite Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, apples, celery and onions.
  • Place spinach on large serving plate; top with the chicken mixture.
  • Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have any celery on hand, you can substitute with another crunchy vegetable like jicama or fennel.
  • For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter apple variety like Honeycrisp or Gala.
  • To add a bit of spice, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or curry powder to the dressing.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some cooked quinoa or rice.

Conclusion:

Chicken and spinach Waldorf salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals, and it is also a good source of fiber. The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the sweet apples, crunchy celery, and walnuts. If you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, this is definitely one to consider.

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