Best 6 Chicken Salad With Bacon And Red Grapes Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary adventure of crafting the ultimate chicken salad with bacon and red grapes! Let's embark on a journey to discover a harmony of flavors, textures, and vibrant colors. This delightful dish combines succulent chicken, crispy bacon, sweet grapes, creamy mayonnaise, and a touch of aromatic spices to create a tantalizing experience that will leave your taste buds craving more. With just a few simple steps, you'll be able to whip up this refreshing and flavorful chicken salad that's perfect for a light lunch, an elegant brunch, or even as a delightful appetizer at your next gathering. So, gather your ingredients, sharpen your knives, and get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that promises to impress and satisfy!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO



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This chicken salad has a creamy dressing and is best served over crisp lettuce leaves.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Salad

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 slices bacon
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced green onion
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste
12 leaves romaine lettuce
1 large avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.
  • Stir chicken, bacon, tomato, and celery together in a bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, parsley, green onions, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth. Pour dressing over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir chicken mixture and serve over romaine lettuce leaves; garnish with avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 71.4 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 395 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON



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Any time I have any left over chicken I make this chicken salad. Even if I only have a little bit of Chicken I just scale it down. It's really good!

Provided by Jencathen

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked diced chicken
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon parsley, fresh
2 tablespoons finely minced green onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (or curry powder)
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine chicken and bacon.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients to make the dressing. Chill for 20 minutes.
  • Combine dressing with chicken mixture. Add the dressing slowly to make the desired consistency.
  • Chill and stir again before serving.
  • Serve on your favorite bread or top some lettuce greens.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON AND RED GRAPES



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This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family gatherings. Everyone loves it. It's also great to make ahead for busy days.

Provided by Mie Clark Anderson

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 slices bacon
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and minced
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 ½ cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 ½ teaspoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate and allow to cool; crumble.
  • Mix cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, water chestnuts, celery, and red grapes in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, dried parsley, lime juice, onion powder, ground ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper together to make a smooth dressing.
  • Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 48.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON AND RED GRAPES



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This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family gatherings. Everyone loves it. It's also great to make ahead for busy days.

Provided by Mie Clark Anderson

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 slices bacon
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and minced
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 ½ cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 ½ teaspoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate and allow to cool; crumble.
  • Mix cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, water chestnuts, celery, and red grapes in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, dried parsley, lime juice, onion powder, ground ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper together to make a smooth dressing.
  • Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 48.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family gatherings. Everyone loves it. It's also great to make ahead for busy days. -Cathy Rauen, Ridgeway, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup halved green grapes
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
1 to 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons grated onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, water chestnuts, celery and grapes; set aside. In another bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients; add to salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH BACON AND RED GRAPES



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This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family gatherings. Everyone loves it. It's also great to make ahead for busy days.

Provided by Mie Clark Anderson

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 slices bacon
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and minced
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 ½ cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 ½ teaspoons lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate and allow to cool; crumble.
  • Mix cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, water chestnuts, celery, and red grapes in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, dried parsley, lime juice, onion powder, ground ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper together to make a smooth dressing.
  • Pour dressing over chicken mixture and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 48.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Tips:

  • To make your chicken salad extra flavorful, use a combination of white and dark meat chicken. Dark meat chicken has a richer flavor than white meat, and it helps to keep the salad moist.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • For a crispy bacon, cook it in a single layer in a hot skillet until it is browned and crispy.
  • Use a variety of grapes in your salad. Different types of grapes have different flavors, so using a variety will add depth and complexity to the dish.
  • For a creamy dressing, use a combination of mayonnaise and sour cream. You can also add a little bit of Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad with bacon and red grapes is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying chicken salad that everyone will love.

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