Chicken and rice salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a light snack. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice, and it can also be made with fresh ingredients. This article will provide you with some tips for making the best chicken and rice salad, as well as some of our favorite recipes. Whether you are looking for a classic chicken and rice salad or something with a little more flair, we have a recipe that you will love.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD
A very flexible recipe, meant to get you poking around in your fridge and pantry, and a perfect way to use up leftover chicken and rice.
Provided by Katie Workman
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked chicken, rice, celery, zucchini, onion, and parsley. Toss to combine well. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 81 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD
Notes Janne Rowe from Wichita, Kansas, "I start this salad by poaching chicken breasts in a mixture of white wine, garlic and lemon juice. It gives them great flavor and helps keep them moist." The cubed chicken, veggies and cooked rice are tossed with a tasty homemade dressing.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, combine the wine, lemon juice, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon ginger. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add chicken; poach, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken from cooking liquid; cool., In a large saucepan, bring broth and remaining ginger to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with a fork., Transfer to a large bowl; cool. Add the peas, onions, celery and peppers. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces; add to rice mixture and toss., Whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
15-MINUTE CHICKEN, RICE AND GRAPE SALAD
Brown rice makes a nutty, chewy base for this salad and is a nice foil for sweet grapes and fresh greens. Using frozen precooked rice makes the whole dish doable in 15 minutes. The creamy dressing comes together quickly in the blender.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the frozen rice in a medium glass mixing bowl, and break it up using a fork. Drape a damp paper towel directly over the rice, and microwave until the rice is warmed through and softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, puree the yogurt, oil, lemon zest and juice, mayonnaise, shallots, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small food processor or a blender until smooth. Toast the walnuts in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant and just starting to brown, about 2 minutes.
- Combine the chicken, grapes, parsley and spinach in a large bowl, and toss with half the dressing. Add the warmed rice and toasted walnuts, toss again and serve with the remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calorie, Fat 32 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 55 milligrams, Sodium 850 milligrams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 14 grams
ASIAN CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD
Steps:
- Heat rice according to package directions. In medium bowl, combine rice, chicken, snow peas, onions and dressing; blend well. Serve on bed of salad greens and top with almonds and orange segments.
- Cooks' notes:
- You can adjust the amount of ingredients based on your tastes.
INDIAN RICE SALAD WITH CHICKEN
Raid the fridge and rustle up this hearty yet healthy salad with pulses, nuts, tikka chicken and a mango curry dressing
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the rice following pack instructions but add the turmeric and 1 tsp curry powder to the cooking water. Drain well and spread on a tray lined with kitchen paper to cool.
- Meanwhile, finely chop the coriander stalks and whisk with all the other dressing ingredients, plus seasoning.
- Tip the rice into a big mixing bowl. Using a fork, break up any large lumps, then mix in the cashews, cucumber, onion, coriander leaves, pomegranate seeds, beans and chicken. Pour over the dressing and lightly stir in, then cover and keep in the fridge. Eat over the next 2 days (as long as it's within the chicken use-by date). Keep a big spoon in the bowl so kids can easily help themselves. Top with a dollop of yogurt and add a handful of poppadum crisps, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 76 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
TERIYAKI CHICKEN WITH RICE SALAD
Save time and use leftover rice from a previous meal in this Japanese-style favorite, Teriyaki Chicken with Rice Salad, that's equal parts sweet and savory.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and garlic; bring to a boil and reduce by half. Toss together rice and cucumber; dress with remaining 5 tablespoons rice vinegar and sesame oil; season with salt. Grill chicken, brushing with soy glaze and turning often. Serve chicken with rice salad.
CHICKEN SALAD WITH RICE NOODLES
This simple low cal salad is a great way to use up some Asian ingredients. The original recipe suggests to put the salad (chicken vegi) over the rice noodles but I tossed everything together. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (September 2007)
Provided by ellie_
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 33m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook noodles in a pot of boiling water until tender (3 minutes); drain; and cut noodles in several places with scissors. (The original recipe suggests to spread noodles out on a platter, but I added them to the large salad bowl instead).
- Puree next 7 ingredients (garlic - chili paste) in a blender and with machine running add oil, blending until dressing is smooth. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Set aside.
- In a large salad bowl combine salad ingredients (chicken - cucumbers). (I tossed the salad ingredients with the noodles in the salad bowl).
- Toss with dressing.
- Although I tossed the noodles with the salad in the bowl, the original recipe suggests to arrange noodles on a platter and arrange salad on top of noodles and sprinkle with peanuts, passing additional dressing.
- Can be served warm or is best refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.8, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 1217.6, Carbohydrate 44.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 7, Protein 29
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD
Make and share this Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dona England
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine vinegar,olive oil, pepper and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Set dressing aside.
- Combine rice and remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add dressing.
- Stir until well blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.8, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 44.1, Sodium 680.4, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 22.8
CHICKEN RICE SALAD II
Another one of those I wonder how this would taste moments. Where crispy meets soft and hot meets cold. It turned out better than I had hoped for. A cheap meal that's really easy and filling. Serve with the dressing of your choice.
Provided by heatherdickason
Categories Salad Grains Rice Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cut the chicken into bite size pieces.
- Toss chicken, rice, and lettuce in a large bowl. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 164.4 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 69.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 196.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
HOT CHICKEN AND RICE SALAD
This simple yet delicious recipe originated with my aunt and was passed on to my mom. It's great for a luncheon...or, served with salad and rolls, for supper. With three children, I need all the fast dishes I can find!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Combine mayonnaise and soup; toss with chicken mixture. Spoon into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use leftover chicken. This is a great way to use up leftover chicken from a previous meal. You can also use rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
- Cook the rice ahead of time. This will save you time when you're assembling the salad. You can also use instant rice, but be sure to follow the package directions carefully.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the salad. Some good choices include celery, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. A simple vinaigrette is always a good choice, but you can also try a creamy dressing or a yogurt-based dressing.
- Serve the salad cold or at room temperature. This is a versatile salad that can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
Chicken and rice salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or a weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a salad that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and rice salad a try.
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