When it comes to satisfying a hearty appetite, club chicken salad reigns supreme as the perfect balance of flavors and textures. This classic dish, often served on toasted bread or a bed of fresh greens, combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing to create a taste sensation that will leave you wanting more. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy lunch option, a hearty dinner, or a delightful addition to your next picnic or potluck, club chicken salad stands ready to tantalize your taste buds and become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So, grab your chef's hat and prepare to embark on a delicious journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting the ultimate club chicken salad.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN CLUB PASTA SALAD
Chicken club sandwich-style pasta! Substitute Monterey Jack cheese for the Muenster, if desired.
Provided by Lane J
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Whisk Italian-style dressing and mayonnaise together in a large bowl. Stir pasta, chicken, bacon, Muenster cheese, celery, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado into dressing until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 47.9 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 723 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
CHICKEN SALAD CLUB
"My sister and I made this wonderfully light chicken salad for our sister-in-law's bridal shower," says Nan Janecke of Kalamazoo, Michigan. "It's easy to fix for a large crowd." TIP: "It's also delicious on croissants or oatmeal bread," Nan suggests.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery and onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture and mix well. Serve on bread rolls with a strip of bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN SALAD CLUB SANDWICH STACKERS
A new look for a classic club sandwich! Make your chicken salad in a jiffy by using Make-Ahead Shredded Chicken Breast pulled from your freezer and thawed.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix mayonnaise and mustard well. Stir in chicken and celery until well mixed.
- Spread 1/2 cup chicken mixture on one side of 2 bread slices. Layer each with 2 tomato slices, 2 half slices of bacon and 1 lettuce leaf. Top each with another bread slice. Repeat layers, starting with chicken mixture. Top each with third bread slice.
- Place pickle on each of 4 toothpicks; insert 2 into each sandwich. Cut sandwiches into halves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN CLUB SALAD
Prepare this deconstructed sandwich at night or in the morning, and store each part separately. At lunchtime, or dinnertime, simply arrange and serve.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lay bacon in a single layer on prepared sheet; bake until it begins to render its fat, about 10 minutes. Turn bacon over, and slide to one side of sheet. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and place on baking sheet. Bake until bacon is browned and crisp and chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate, and let drain; crumble. Let chicken cool completely. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, celery, celery leaves (if using), mayonnaise, and vinegar.
- Cut chicken into 1/2-inch chunks, and add to bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Serve chicken salad over lettuce leaves, and sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 50 g
LIONEL'S CHICKEN SALAD CLUB SANDWICH
This Chicken Salad Club Sandwich recipe is brought to us by renowned chef Lionel Poilane, whom Salvador Dali referred to as "the greatest Frenchman alive."
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees. Place chicken in a small roasting pan. Rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reads 180 degrees, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven, and cool slightly. Remove chicken from bones, and discard bones. Finely chop chicken (there should be about 2 cups).
- In a medium bowl, combine chicken, mayonnaise, capers, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toast four slices bread. Spread a thin layer of chicken salad over one slice untoasted bread. Top with a slice of toasted bread. Spread a second thin layer of chicken salad over toasted bread. Top with a slice of untoasted bread. Repeat with remaining bread and chicken salad.
CHICKEN-SALAD CLUB ROLL
When evenings get warmer and lighter, cravings divert from hot soups and stews to fresh sandwiches and cold salads. Here, we pile a homemade chicken salad into lightly toasted sub rolls and top them with crisp bacon, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and lettuce for a meal that's just as good pool-side as it is at the kitchen table.
Provided by Shira Bocar
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large straight-sided skillet, cover chicken with water by 1 inch; season generously with salt. Bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a plate and let cool, then coarsely chop. Combine with scallions, celery, tarragon, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Arrange bacon in a single layer in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, flipping, until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Top each bun with avocado and lettuce; fill with chicken mixture. Top with bacon and tomatoes and serve with potato chips.
CHICKEN SALAD CLUB SANDWICH RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by cecelia26_
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine first five ingredients. Spread on whole grain toast. Top with cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato and serve immediately.
CHICKEN CLUB SALAD
Make and share this Chicken Club Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by adopt a greyhound
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 2 salads, 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For Croutons,.
- In a large bowl, drizzle bread cubes with spices and olive oil to coat evenly.
- Spread onto jelly roll pand and toast at 350 deg. for 15-20 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- To cook chicken:.
- Heat fry pan add chicken breasts and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let the chicken cool for 30 minutes.
- Cut into cubes.
- Basil Mayonnaise:.
- 2 Cups basil.
- 1 clove garlic, minced.
- 1 Cup mayonnaise.
- 2 T. lemon juice.
- Mix together In a food processor, then combine basil mayo, cooked bacon, cooled chicken cubes in a large bowl.
- To serve, place on plate and top with croutons and cherry tomatoes.
CHICKEN CLUB PASTA SALAD
This is a delicious summer salad. It's hearty and can be served as a meal. Every bite tastes just like a creamy BLT.
Provided by Tammy Stephens
Categories Salads
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Boil pasta for 12 minutes so pasta is al dente. Rinse in cold water and set aside in large bowl.
- 2. Bake Tyson chicken breast strips for 30 minutes at 450 so they are crispy. Let cool then chop into bite size pieces. Set aside.
- 3. Cook 1 lb of thick cut bacon until crispy. Let cool and chop into 2 or 3 inch pieces. Set aside.
- 4. Chop 2 tomatoes and 10 leaves of romaine lettuce and set aside.
- 5. Mix together 1 cup of ranch dressing and 1 cup of zesty italian dressing. Set aside.
- 6. Pour dressing mixture over pasta and mix well. Add in chopped tomatoes and lettuce, bacon and chicken. Mix well and serve or refrigerate to serve later.
CLUB CHICKEN SALAD
Bacon makes everything taste great and this is no exception. Use your favorite prepared chicken salad, and add these ingredients and you will have a great tasting experience.
Provided by Cecelia Anderson
Categories Chicken Salads
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. In a medium bowl mix chicken salad, ranch mix, bacon crumbles and onion.
- 2. If using tomatoes cut 1/2 inch off the top of each tomato and scoop out the pulp.
- 3. Spoon chicken salad mixture into lettuce leaves or tomatoes depending on which you choose to use.
CHICKEN CLUB SALAD
This recipe is one where you can do the prep ahead then assemble just prior to serving. It makes a meal all on it's own. Delicious!
Provided by Gayle Kennedy
Categories Chicken Salads
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Toss the cubed Italian bread with a little olive oil, salt, garlic powder and fresh ground pepper. Spread onto baking sheet and bake 350 degrees for 10 - 15 min. til golden brown. Cool completely. Chop bacon into small pieces and cook til crisp. Drain grease and set bacon aside to cool. Poach chicken breasts in chicken broth, cool and cut into chunks (this can be done ahead) Cut cherry tomatoes in half (or quarters if large ones). Slice green onion small. Assemble all in large bowl and toss with basil mayonnaise dressing.
- 2. How to make basil mayonnaise dressing: in a food processor or blender add basil leaves, lemon juice, mayo, fresh garlic, salt pepper to taste. Blend til smooth. This can be made day ahead. Note: This recipe is also good with 1 or 2 ripe avocados added, cut into chunks.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality chicken: Use fresh or thawed chicken breasts for the best results. Rotisserie chicken is also a convenient option.
- Cook the chicken properly: Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
- Use a variety of ingredients: Don't be afraid to get creative with your club chicken salad. Add your favorite fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
- Use a good mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is one of the key ingredients in club chicken salad. Choose a mayonnaise that you like the taste of.
- Season the salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squirt of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce.
Conclusion:
Club chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give club chicken salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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