Best 13 Chunky Chicken Salad Recipes
Are you searching for a flavorful and versatile dish that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack? Look no further than chunky chicken salad! This classic recipe combines tender chunks of chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing to create a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. Whether you prefer to use store-bought or homemade chicken, there are countless ways to customize this salad to suit your taste preferences.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ANGEL'S CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD
I made up this recipe after a similar sandwich served at a diner. It's not the same, but just as good.
Provided by Angel
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the chicken, celery, mayonnaise, onion and pickle; mix well.
- Season with the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Serve with lettuce on fresh crusty bread or bun.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1018.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
TARA'S SWEET AND CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD
A sweet, but healthy chicken salad. The sweet secret is dried cranberries. Awesome on homemade bread or on crackers. I spread cream cheese on the bread or crackers, and top with chicken salad.
Provided by ABBIE 'N LILLI'S MOM
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Without breaking up large chicken pieces, empty canned chicken into medium bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, pickle, onion, sunflower seeds, and cranberries; mix until well blended and very large chicken chunks are broken up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 454 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
PUBLIX CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD
I got this a long time ago from the Publix Mayonnaise label. I think it is the same one they used to have in the deli there. This is great to take for potlucks, new moms, or grieving familes. I often double it. This is more of a salad to eat on a bed of greens and not so much to put onto a sandwich although I have put it into a pita before. Preparation time does not include cooking the chicken or carrots. Cooking time is the chilling time.
Provided by DeniseBC
Categories Chicken Breast
Time P1DT30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook chicken however desired (I often poach in my steamer or bake). Cool and cut into large (about 1") cubes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine salt, basil, dill, lemon juice, white pepper, garlic and parsley with mayonnaise. Mix throughly.
- Stir celery, carrots, onion and chicken into mayonnaise mixture. Mix well.
- Cover and chill overnight or at least several hours before serving.
CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD
Simple to prepare chicken salad that I make up for sandwiches. We never have left-over chicken, so I microwave chicken just to make this. Very basic but very good! P.S. Celery is listed as optional because my husband hates it...if I am only making this for him, I leave it out! :)
Provided by Karen..
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine mayo, onions, relish and 2 dashes or so of paprika.
- Add chicken and fold into mayo mixture until well combined.
- Taste and then add salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill well and serve over lettuce or on your favorite bread.
- Note: I microwave 2 boneless chicken breast halves sprinkled with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder for 5- 6 minutes for this salad.
- If you are using left-over chicken, you may need to adjust the seasonings in the ingredients list.
CHUNKY APPLE AND ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD
I like this chicken salad because it is chunky, crunchy, and light. While I prefer to leave the skin on the apple for color and nutrition, you could remove it.
Provided by MandAs
Categories Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss apple with lemon juice. Stir together with remaining ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes (optional).
- Serve on thick sliced bread, crackers, or a bed of lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.6, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 110.2, Sodium 284.1, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7.4, Protein 39.1
CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD WRAPS - WW
Make and share this Chunky Chicken Salad Wraps - Ww recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JESMom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine everything but the tortillas and lettuce in a bowl.
- Spoon onto warm tortillas and and the lettuce.
- Roll up and fasten with toothpicks.
FRESH & CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD
I've served this twice to special guests at dinner parties, and both times, everyone loved it. People just kept coming back for more! -Carol Doggette, Los Angeles, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss apple with orange juice; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise and pepper until blended. Stir in the cantaloupe, peach, celery, raisins, walnuts, onion and apple mixture. Cover and refrigerate. , Drain chicken if necessary, discarding any excess marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Dice chicken and stir into yogurt mixture. Serve over lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHUNKY CHICKEN APPLE SALAD
A recipe from www.mizfrogspad.com. I sometimes add a tablespoon of fat free plain Greek yogurt to add additional moisture without adding fat. Cooking time is chilling time.
Provided by LARavenscroft
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients until well blended.
- Chill for one hour and serve.
HG'S SWEET 'N CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD - WW POINTS = 3
Hot Chick! Dozens of fat grams in chicken salad = bad news. Crunchy cucumbers, red grapes, and yogurt dressing on the other hand = GREAT additions. Here's HG's guilt-free answer to the notoriously fattening Waldorf chicken salad... HG Tip! If cooking your chicken from scratch, use nonstick spray (not oil) to keep the fat count down. **These short, sweet cucumbers rule in this recipe! But if you can't find 'em, any cucumber will do. Serving Size: half of recipe (about 1 cup) Calories: 145 Fat: 1.5g Sodium: 332mg Carbs: 14g Fiber: 1g Sugars: 10g Protein: 21g POINTS® value 3*
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 10m
Yield 2 , 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together the yogurt, mayonnaise, sweetener, lemon pepper seasoning, and salt.
- Coat the chicken in this mixture, and then stir in the chopped cucumber, grape halves, and chopped apple.
- Then try not to pass out as you chow down on this insanely good chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 61.7, Sodium 274.1, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 9.9, Protein 23.9
CHUNKY WHITE MEAT CHICKEN SALAD
I needed something to make for my husbands lunch & was out of lunch meat. Went to the pantry & pulled out a can of chunky white meat Chicken Breast, Boiled some eggs & with a few other ingredients he had lunch in a flash. You can make a salad with a whole chicken as I have done on many occassions, but when pressed for time, the...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Salads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Boil eggs then remove from heat. Let cool, then peel and chop and add to a medium size bowl. Note: I find that if eggs are allowed to come to room temperature before you boil them they are much easier to peel.
- 2. Chop gherkin pickles and add to same bowl. Grate onion half into bowl as well. More if you prefer. Add DiJon mustard. Note: Grating onion instead of chopping allows you to have the flavor of onions without the big chunky pieces.
- 3. Add mayonnaise.
- 4. Drain chicken, and add to bowl.
- 5. Mix all the ingredients together.Line platter with lettuce leaves, and lemon wedges.
- 6. Add chicken salad & top with chopped green onions if desired. Add assorted crackers. I like to add fresh squeezed lemon juice on mine.
- 7. Add your favorite garnish items, sliced Flat Pickles, Red Onions, Fresh Tomato Slices & Lettuce leaves.
- 8. Serve on your favorite toasted sliced buns with tomato slices, flat pickles, & sliced red onions.
CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES AND PECANS
This chicken salad with grapes is ready in a snap when using rotisserie chicken and a few quick chops of pecans, sweet onion and celery. -Julie Sterchi, Jackson, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add the chicken, grapes, pecans, celery and, if desired, onion; mix lightly to coat. If desired, serve with lettuce leaves or whole wheat bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
NORMA'S CHUNKY CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD
My own way of using left-overs! Well today I roasted a small 3 pound chicken for the two of us and had half of it left so I decided to rip the rest of the chicken into small pieces. Add some goodies and had my sweetie taste it. Well, guys and gals he loved it. I have made this in the past when family was visiting; using half of a...
Provided by Norma DeRemer
Categories Chicken Salads
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Place torn chicken into a bowl
- 2. Add onion, celery,dried cranberries and pickle relish. Stir to combine all.
- 3. Add mayonnaise, salt and papper to taste and sprinkle with celery seeds.
- 4. Stir all until all ingredients are blended well and covered with mayonnaise.
- 5. Serve as a sandwish or over greens as a chicken salad.
~ CHUNKY ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD ~
Another delicious Chicken salad I threw together. A definite family pleasing salad. Enjoy!
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Sandwiches
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, place all ingredients and carefully toss to coat with the mayonnaise. Serve on your favorite sandwich bread. My husband just devoured 2 of them.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your chicken salad. Use free-range, organic chicken, mayonnaise made with real eggs, and fresh vegetables.
- Cook the chicken properly: Chicken that is too dry or overcooked will make for a tough, unpleasant chicken salad. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, but still moist and juicy.
- Use a variety of textures: A good chicken salad should have a variety of textures, from the tender chicken to the crunchy celery and onion. Add other ingredients like nuts, seeds, or dried fruit for even more texture and flavor.
- Use a light hand with the mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is a delicious binder for chicken salad, but it's important not to overdo it. Too much mayonnaise will make the salad heavy and greasy. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.
- Season to taste: Season the chicken salad with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Be sure to taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Conclusion:
Chicken salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a chicken salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these chicken salad recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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