Best 9 Chicken Salad With Dijon Vinaigrette Recipes

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Chicken salad with dijon vinaigrette is a classic dish that is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, including roasted or grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dijon vinaigrette. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, chicken salad with dijon vinaigrette is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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I find myself turning to this quick and easy chicken salad for many weeknight dinners. It's the perfect combination of crunchy and salty. - Lynne Keast, Monte Sereno, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or rice vinegar
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
10 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Add lettuce, chicken, cheese and, if desired, almonds; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DIJON CHICKEN SALAD



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This is, by far, my most requested recipe. In addition to the traditional grapes, this chicken salad also features sweet apricots.-Raymond Sienko, Hawleyville, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour into chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve on a lettuce-lined plate. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 33g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

DIJON CHICKEN SALAD



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This chicken salad is wonderful and easy to prepare. Plus, most of the ingredients you likely have right in your pantry. Serve it on pita halves, croissants, or rolls.

Provided by Susan C

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (10 ounce) cans chunk chicken
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup halved seedless green grapes
1 cup halved seedless red grapes
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons dried chives
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken, celery, green grapes, red grapes, cranberries, and chives in a bowl. Whisk together the honey, mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Add the mustard mixture to the chicken mixture, stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 899.9 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH SALAD AND DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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A classic roasted chicken should be in every good cook's repertoire. I've opted for bone-in skin-on chicken breasts for this recipe--they cook faster than a whole bird but still deliver on flavor. The bone helps the breasts stay tender and juicy and the skin browns beautifully. The chicken is rubbed in an herby Dijon mustard paste while a bit more Dijon spikes the classic vinaigrette in the salad that accompanies the dish.

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Zest of 1 lemon
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely minced shallots
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 heads Bibb lettuce, interior lighter leaves only (about 6 cups; reserve the outer leaves for another use)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Combine the Dijon mustard, olive oil, rosemary, thyme and lemon zest in a large bowl. Add the chicken and coat well with the mustard paste. Sprinkle the chicken from high above with salt and pepper (to ensure even distribution). Refrigerate for 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Put the chicken skin-side up in a large ovenproof skillet and add 1 cup of water. Roast until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, about 35 minutes. Let the chicken rest while you prepare the salad.
  • For the vinaigrette: Pour 1/4 cup of the juices from the skillet into a large bowl along with the vinegar, shallots, Dijon mustard and tarragon. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Add the lettuce, toss to coat and season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among 4 plates, top each with a piece of chicken and serve with bread for soaking up the flavorful juices.

DIJON CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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Spice up a classic and try the Dijon Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe. Lemon juice and Dijon mustard lend their distinctive flavors to this super-easy chicken salad. This Dijon Chicken Salad Sandwich recipes makes enough for eight hearty helpings.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chopped cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
16 slices rye bread
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice and pepper.
  • Top 8 bread slices with lettuce, chicken salad and remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 760 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 27 g

CRISPY CHICKEN AND CITRUS SALAD WITH HONEY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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You can make the chicken legs for this hearty salad up to 4 days in advance. Reheated in a skillet until crisp and golden, they crown an otherwise simple salad for a great dinner on busy nights.

Provided by Ivy Manning

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 recipe Slow Cooker Chicken Confit (see below)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 cup mixed greens (watercress, arugula, spinach, and/or mesclun)
1 large Cara Cara orange
0.5 cup chopped Candied Nuts
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters (drumstick and thigh)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon granulated garlic
0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium. Add the chicken confit legs; cook 4 minutes per side or until heated through and the skin is crisp.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk together vinegar, mustard, honey, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/8 tsp. black pepper. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Set aside 2 Tbsp. of the vinaigrette. Add greens to remaining vinaigrette in bowl; toss gently to coat. Divide salad among four plates.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut the top and bottom off the orange. Set orange on cutting board and cut away peel and white pith from top to bottom. Thinly slice orange into rounds and cut orange rounds into pieces. Arrange orange pieces over salads. Place a chicken leg quarter on each plate. Drizzle chicken with reserved vinaigrette and sprinkle salads with Candied Nuts. Serve immediately. Serves 4. Slow Cooker Chicken Confit
  • Pat the chicken pieces dry. In a small bowl mix together thyme, garlic, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper. Rub mixture all over the chicken pieces.
  • Coat the inside of a 6- to 7-qt. slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken pieces skin side up in an even layer in slow cooker. Cover; cook on high 3 to 3 1/2 hours or low 6 to 7 hours.
  • Serve chicken immediately or cool slightly, then refrigerate until completely cool. Cover and store in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 191 mg, Protein 64 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 38 g, UnsaturatedFat 28 g

WALDORF CHICKEN SALAD WITH TARRAGON DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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This is a lighter version of Waldorf salad made with a tarragon-Dijon vinaigrette. The addition of chicken pieces makes it suitable for lunch or a light dinner served with rolls.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
3 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-size chunks
1/2 small granny smith apple, very thinly sliced into wedges
1 celery, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted and chopped
lettuce leaf (optional)

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk the vinegar with the Dijon, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • While whisking, drizzle in the oil.
  • Stir in the tarragon.
  • To make the salad, toss the chicken with the apple, celery and onion in a bowl.
  • Add 1/4 cup of the dressing or enough to coat.
  • Add the pecans, taste and add more dressing if you wish.
  • Serve on a bed of lettuce (I use romaine.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.4, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 78.8, Sodium 240.1, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 27.1

FRENCH BISTRO SALAD



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This simple green salad has a fresh, vibrant vinaigrette, and uses fresh minced herbs as a final touch. Serve this salad as the French do, as a light, fresh accompaniment to rich foods like stews, dishes with a cream sauce, or a great roast.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Green Salads

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small clove garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
7 cups mixed salad greens
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh chives
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Whisk together white wine vinegar and mustard in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking. Mix in garlic, salt, and pepper. Chill vinaigrette in the refrigerator until ready to toss with the salad greens.
  • Wash and thoroughly dry mixed salad greens. Place in a large, chilled salad bowl.
  • Stir dressing, and drizzle some of it on the greens and toss. Add enough dressing to coat the leaves, but not puddle in the bottom of the bowl.
  • Sprinkle fresh parsley, chives, and tarragon over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 42.4 mg

ROTISSERIE VINAIGRETTE CHICKEN SALAD



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A simple and delicious chicken salad you can put together in no time. The flavors of the rotisserie chicken mingled with the vinaigrette dressing and veggies Are delightful. This recipe makes extra dressing, so keep some in the fridge for another salad. I always make extra and this recipe accounts for that ;)

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups rotisserie-cooked chicken, cut up
4 cups romaine lettuce, torn
1/4 cup julienne red onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon capers, drained and finely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette:.
  • Place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • In a large bowl toss Romaine lettuce, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, celery and.
  • Dressing until evenly coated.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Free-range or organic chicken, fresh vegetables, and a good quality Dijon mustard will make all the difference.
  • Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the salad. Otherwise, the salad could be contaminated with bacteria.
  • If you don't have time to cook the chicken yourself, you can use rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. You can adjust the proportions of the ingredients to taste.
  • Toss the chicken and vegetables with the vinaigrette until they are evenly coated.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad with Dijon vinaigrette is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for 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 have a tasty and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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