Best 3 Craisin Chicken Salad Recipes

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Craisin chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or a dish to impress your guests, craisin chicken salad is sure to fit the bill. With the combination of sweet and tart cranberries, savory chicken, and creamy mayonnaise, this recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRAISIN®, ALMOND, AND FETA CHICKEN SALAD



Craisin®, Almond, and Feta Chicken Salad image

A basic chicken salad recipe with some added goodness. Try changing it up by adding either 1 teaspoon curry or cumin.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Salad

Time 8h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups diced cooked chicken
2 large stalks celery, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
¼ red onion, diced
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
6 tablespoons sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise and sour cream together in a separate bowl; pour over the chicken mixture and stir to coat. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Stir feta cheese and almonds through salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 124.4 mg, Fat 44.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 541.8 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CRAISIN CHICKEN SALAD



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I love chicken salad, mostly because it's so easy to do. This one is a nice change from the usual with the addition of craisins. The cream cheese makes it super creamy, but I leave it out sometimes and bump up the mayo instead.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 -4 ounces softened cream cheese
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, finely chopped
1/3 cup crushed pineapple (reserve a few tablespoons of the juice)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
sourdough bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, and seasonings until well-blended. Add chicken and mix.
  • Stir in crushed pineapple, cranberries, onion, and celery. Add desired amount of pineapple juice for flavor and consistency.
  • Spread on bread of your choice to make a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 89.8, Sodium 935.8, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6, Protein 23.3

CRAISIN CHICKEN SALAD



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This is another very easy favorite.

Provided by Jill Cooks

Categories     Chicken Salads

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cooked rotisserie chicken, cubed
3-4 celery ribs, diced
1 cup craisins, or more
1 jalapeno pepper, diced fine
mayonnaise, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Chill for several hours.
  • 2. Serve on your favorite bread or crackers.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have Craisins, you can substitute another dried fruit, such as raisins or cherries.
  • You can add other ingredients to the chicken salad to your liking, such as chopped celery, red onion, or nuts.
  • Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the salad.
  • Chill the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Craisin chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying salad that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Craisin chicken salad a try.

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