Best 14 Chicken Salad With Cantaloupe Rings Recipes

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Chicken salad with cantaloupe rings is a refreshing and delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweet and juicy cantaloupe pairs perfectly with the savory chicken salad, and the dish is easy to make. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken salad, you should definitely try this recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD



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Apples add sweet-tart flavor and crunch to this lightened-up chicken salad that's lovely mounded on melon rings. Writes Nancy Daugherty from Cortland, Ohio, "Curry powder gives this fruity chicken a unique flavor and golden hue."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups chopped tart apples
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sugar vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium cantaloupe
6 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, apples, celery, onions and pecans. Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, curry and salt; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled., Meanwhile, place cantaloupe on it's side; cut into six rings. Discard seeds and ends. With a sharp knife, cut off rind. To serve, place cantaloupe rings on lettuce-lined plates. Top with chicken salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



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A light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon, assures Sharon Bickett of Chester, South Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cantaloupe rings
Toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD



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This recipe is one of my favorite ways to eat blueberries. That delicious fruit is just one of the important crops grown here in the fertile Willamette Valley. They're grown for commercial use, but we usually pick about 60 pounds each summer for pies and other dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 to 2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 cantaloupe, halved and seeded
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute to equal 1-1/2 teaspoons
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Pour over the chicken mixture; toss to coat. Spoon into cantaloupe halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD FOR TWO



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"I found this recipe several years ago, and my son and I enjoy it often. It's just right for a cool-me-down lunch." Ginger Sullivan - Cutler Bay, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash salt and pepper
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved
2 green onions, chopped
1 small cantaloupe, halved and seeded
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, zest, lemon juice, ginger, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, celery, grapes and onions; toss to coat. Spoon 1 cup salad mixture into each cantaloupe half; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD



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A simple chicken salad served in a cantaloupe half. I haven't tried this yet, but hope to very soon.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup celery, sliced
1 cup green seedless grape, halved
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 cantaloupes, halved, seeded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar or 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds.
  • In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  • Pour over the chicken mixture and toss gently.
  • Spoon into cantaloupe halves.
  • Nutritional Information: One serving (prepared with sugar substitute, light mayonnaise and sour cream and without added salt) equals: 285 calories, 87 mg sodium, 36 mg cholesterol, 37 gm carbohydrate, 18 gm protein, 9 gm fat.

CHICKEN CANTALOUPE SALAD



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What a nice salad! Refreshing and looks so lovely! Update:06/15/2010 just thought I'd add this so that you can make a really good salad! Please make sure that your cantaloupe is very ripe (not mushy) and sweet thanks ratherbeswimming.;)

Provided by Manami

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 chicken breasts (boneless & skinless)
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup mayonnaise (may need more)
2 3/4 tablespoons sour cream
1 red apple, cored and diced (unpeeled)
1/2 lemon, juice of
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
7 ounces green seedless grapes
1 cantaloupe, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces (make sure it is ripe)
3 teaspoons slivered almonds or 3 teaspoons pecan pieces, toasted

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a pan and cover with chicken stock and water, if needed, to poach. Simmer on low heat for 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Remove from heat and allow to cool.(This you can do ahead of time, if needed).
  • Slice chicken and set aside.
  • Combine mayonnaise and sour cream.
  • Add apple, lemon juice, celery grapes and cantaloupe.
  • Mix gently and thoroughly.
  • Add chicken slices and toss.
  • Top with almond pieces or toasted pecans.
  • Serve with hot biscuits and a nice Chablis.

CANTALOUPE AND CHICKEN SALAD



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Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this cool salad on a warm night. The moist and tasty fruits and tangy dressing make it especially refreshing.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 cups 1 1/2-inch pieces cantaloupe
2 1/2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 cup red or green grapes, cut in half
1 medium cucumber, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, chives and salt.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



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This light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 medium melon (about 5" dia)s cantaloupe rings
toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 590.8 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



Chicken Salad On Cantaloupe Rings image

This light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 medium melon (about 5" dia)s cantaloupe rings
toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 590.8 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



Chicken Salad On Cantaloupe Rings image

This light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 medium melon (about 5" dia)s cantaloupe rings
toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 590.8 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

CHICKEN SALAD IN MELON RINGS



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"This refreshing salad is sure to please everyone at your next luncheon," promises Kim Ozak of Winnipeg, Manitoba. "It's eye-catching and easy to prepare, requiring less time in the kitchen so you have more time to spend with your friends."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup halved seedless grapes
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 to 1/2 cup vinaigrette or salad dressing of your choice
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves
6 cantaloupe rings (1-1/2 inches thick), peeled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss the chicken and lemon juice. Add the celery, grapes, onion, dressing, almonds, pimientos, salt and pepper; mix well. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, arrange lettuce on salad plates; top each with a melon ring. Fill center with chicken salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN SALAD ON CANTALOUPE RINGS



Chicken Salad On Cantaloupe Rings image

This light chicken salad on a cantaloupe ring is a fun and flavorful way to perk up a summer luncheon.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons prepared mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 medium melon (about 5" dia)s cantaloupe rings
toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes and parsley. Combine the next seven ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken mixture and toss. Chill for at least 1 hour. To serve, place 1 cup of chicken salad on each cantaloupe ring; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 590.8 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CANTALOUPE



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Perfect for the summer cookout- fresh cantelope from my mothers garden really does the trick. Great on pita bread or some lettuce

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium ripe mango, peeled seeded, chopped
2 cleaned boneless chicken breasts
6 jumbo pasta shells
1/2 cantaloupe, seeded diced
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh chives, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with salt pepper and seasonings which you like. Grill chicken.T.
  • hen cool cut in to small pieces.
  • Set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to directions on package. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
  • Combine diced mango and melon, chicken and rest of ingredients; stuff shells.

CHICKEN AND MELON SALAD



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A good use for leftover chicken. You can substitute other melons, papaya, pineapple, mushrooms, or water chestnuts for the grapes or the honeydew melon.

Provided by jen

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 honeydew melon
6 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups seedless grapes
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
½ cup sour cream
½ cup plain yogurt
1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut melon in half, and remove seeds. With a melon baller, scoop out melon balls; place in a large salad bowl.
  • Add chicken, celery, and grapes to melon. Add water chestnuts if desired.
  • In a small bowl, mix together, sour cream, yogurt, and curry powder. Gently stir into salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 102.3 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

Tips for Making the Best Chicken Salad with Cantaloupe Rings:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe: A ripe cantaloupe will be fragrant and have a slightly soft rind. Avoid cantaloupes that have bruises or cuts.
  • Use high-quality chicken: For the best flavor, use fresh, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. You can also use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the salad. You can poach, grill, or bake the chicken.
  • Shred the chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, shred it into small pieces using two forks or a food processor.
  • Use a variety of ingredients: In addition to chicken and cantaloupe, you can add other ingredients to your salad, such as celery, red onion, grapes, or nuts.
  • Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing for your chicken salad should be flavorful and complement the other ingredients. You can use a simple vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a yogurt-based dressing.
  • Chill the salad before serving: For the best flavor, chill the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad with cantaloupe rings is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. With its combination of sweet cantaloupe, savory chicken, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a light and easy salad recipe, give this one a try.

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