Best 13 Fruity Chicken Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and refreshing twist on the classic chicken salad? Look no further than the fruity chicken salad! This delightful dish combines the savory taste of chicken with the sweetness and tang of various fruits. Whether you prefer the vibrant crunch of apples, the juicy burst of grapes, or the tropical touch of pineapple, there's a fruity chicken salad recipe out there that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll guide you through some of the best fruity chicken salad recipes, offering a variety of options to suit your personal preferences and dietary needs. So get ready to embrace the vibrant flavors and textures of this irresistible dish, perfect for a quick and easy lunch, a light dinner, or a delightful picnic spread.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD WITH TARRAGON



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Chicken salad often finds its way to my summer menus, served on greens or a croissant. I think this one is just a little special. It's sweet and juicy from the apples and grapes, a little savory from the tarragon, crunchy from the pecans and celery, and lightened up a bit with some yogurt.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups grilled skinless, boneless chicken thighs, chopped
½ red apple - peeled, cored, and diced
½ cup halved green grapes
⅓ cup toasted chopped pecans
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced celery
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 lime, zested and juiced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, apple, grapes, pecans, red onion, and celery in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, tarragon, Dijon mustard, and lime zest and juice together in a small bowl. Stir dressing into the chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 206.7 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD PITAS



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I found this handwritten recipe tucked inside an old community cookbook I bought more than 40 years ago. I made a few changes over the years to suit my family's tastes. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cubed rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup chopped apple
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients. Fill pita halves with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons non-fat mayonnaise (recommended: Miracle Whip Free)
2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup orange juice
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed
1 cup sliced strawberries
2 kiwis, sliced
2/3 cup canned Mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained
8 lettuce leaves
3 tablespoons chopped cashews

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and orange juice in a nonreactive bowl. Add chicken, strawberries, kiwi, and oranges, and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Serve on lettuce leaves, topped with cashews.

FRUITY CHICKEN TOSSED SALAD



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Juicy chicken and a medley of sweet fruit jazz up crisp salad greens. Topped with a refreshing poppyseed dressing, this salad tastes too good to be light!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 cups Italian-blend salad greens
3 packages (6 ounces each) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
2/3 cup poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, chicken, oranges and grapes. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 879mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD MINI SANDWICHES



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Chicken salad ranks among the classics, and this version is a hit at parties of all kinds. Feel free to substitute green grapes for the red, or toss in extra strawberries when they're in season. The filling can also be served on a bed of salad greens. -Marcy Kamery, Blasdell, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups chopped cooked chicken
3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup halved seedless red grapes
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
24 potato dinner rolls or Hawaiian sweet rolls, split

Steps:

  • Place first five ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, basil, lemon juice and seasonings; stir into chicken mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., To serve, fill each roll with 1/3 cup chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD



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I've been using this recipe whenever we go to a potluck dinner. It always gets rave reviews. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
3 to 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) sliced peaches, drained and diced
2 tablespoons raisins
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Dice the pineapple and place in a large bowl. Add pasta, chicken, peaches and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, curry powder and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Stir in pecans just before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

FRUITY CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



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A healthy and tasty chicken salad with a fruity twist - great on a croissant or in a honey pita. Note: This salad is best if eaten the day after preparation. This allows the ingredients time to mingle, giving a fuller flavor. If desired, use nonfat mayonnaise.

Provided by Karen L. Baker

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
4 green onions, chopped
1 Golden Delicious apple - peeled, cored and diced
⅓ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup seedless green grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder
¾ cup light mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, celery, onion, apple, raisins, grapes, pecans, pepper, curry powder and mayonnaise. Mix all together. Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

GRILLED FRUITY BALSAMIC CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO SALAD.



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Fire up your grill for this elegant and tasty summer meal. The balsamic glaze can be made up to a week ahead and kept until you're ready to use it. This is quick and easy to make but also very impressive. My entry in the "Ready, Set, Cook" competition.

Provided by dale7793

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 skinless chicken breasts
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper
2 peaches, halved and pitted
1 romaine lettuce, washed and outer leaves removed
1 cucumber, peeled,and julienned
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper
fresh shaved parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium high heat, bring the vinegar to a boil and cook until it is reduced by half, 20-25 minutes.
  • Stir in the molasses and black pepper.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Brush the balsamic glaze into the chicken and place on the heated grill to start cooking.
  • When the chicken is nearly done place the peaches on the grill, cut side down and grill until they are nicely brown (about 2 minutes).
  • Turn them over, brush the cut side with the balsamic glaze, and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Remove the peaches and chicken from the grill and give them another coat of glaze.
  • ---SALADDRESSING---.
  • Combine the cilantro and olive oil in a blender or processor and puree.
  • Whisk in the vinegar,onion, salt and pepper.
  • Toss the dressing through the prepared lettuce and cucumber.
  • ---TOSERVE---.
  • To serve this dish, place the salad onto two plates.
  • Lay a sliced chicken breast on top of the salad and place two peach halves beside the chicken.
  • Scatter the shaved parmesan over the top and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.

GRANNY'S FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD



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The latest contribution from Granny's recipe box. This is a refreshing meal on a summer afternoon. Needless to say, this is one of those that gets better in the refrigerator!

Provided by vverkin925

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
2 1/2 ounces toasted almonds, slices
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup green seedless grape, halved
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients well.
  • Serve over lettuce.

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND CANTALOUPE



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"I find that both men and women enjoy this version of chicken salad, whether you serve it at lunchtime or for your evening meal," writes Marina Jines from Enid, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup halved green grapes
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained and halved
1 celery rib, chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
6 large slices cantaloupe
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, pineapple and celery. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, salt, celery seed and pepper. Stir into chicken mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Just before serving, stir in pecans. Serve with avocado and cantaloupe slices on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1016 calories, Fat 65g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



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Bright as a sunny, spring day, this nutritious salad abounds with berries and melon. You'll love the creamy raspberry dressing. -Randy Pruett, Carrollton, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup raspberry yogurt
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
2 lettuce leaves
1/2 pound shredded cooked chicken
1/4 medium cantaloupe, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise and honey. Place lettuce on two salad plates; top with chicken and fruit. Drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRUITY & CREAMY CHICKEN SALAD



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I love chicken salad and was playin' in the kitchen one day and created this recipe. I was low on mayo so I extended it with creamed cheese. Yummy! I think I now know how those deli chicken salads taste so creamy & rich. The addition of grapes and apple, or pineapple send it over the top in goodness. I learned the hard way not...

Provided by Dee Stillwell

Categories     Chicken Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 c chicken breast or boneless, skinned chicken, cubed, or rotisserie chicken , skinned and boned and cut up.
4 oz creamed cheese, softened
1/3 - 1/2 c mayonaise, start with less & add more if needed
1/3 c vidallia or maui salad dressing
1/2 tsp seasoned salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1/2 c green onions or sweet red onion, chopped
1 c seedless red or green grapes, halved
1 c celery, diced
1 c peeled and diced apple or pineapple tidbits (your choice) either is equally good
1/2 c water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 c walnuts or sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, whisk together softened creamed cheese, salad dressing, & mayonaise until creamy and smooth. Add the S S & P. Prepare all veggies & fruit and fold into creamy mixture. Lastly, fold in the prepared chicken. You can roast a whole one or bake chicken breasts yourself or use a deli chicken, skinned, boned and cut in cubes. When salad is all mixed refrigerate for several hours so flavors will marry.
  • 2. Make this salad your own by adding different fruits other than what I used. This is great served on lettuce leaves, a half an avacado, or just by itself. Enjoy!

FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD



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Categories     Chicken     Leafy Green     Fry     Low Carb

Yield 3-4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head green leaf lettuce
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 can baby corn, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 small avocado, cut up
1 small can of mandarin oranges,
drained and rinsed
6 slices of bacon, fried,
drained and crumbled
olive oil
raspberry chipotle salsa
seasame dressing

Steps:

  • Clean and cut up lettuce into large bowl. Cut up chicken breasts into 1-2" pieces and fry in olive oil. When chicken starts turning white, generously baste with raspberry chipotle salsa. Continue basting and frying until chicken is done. Add corn, tomatoes, avocado, and oranges to lettuce and toss. Top off salad mixture with chicken and crumbled bacon. Serve and dress with seasame dressing.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe fruit. Berries, grapes, and pineapple are all great choices.
  • If you're using canned fruit, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • To add a bit of sweetness to the salad, you can use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
  • If you're looking for a more savory salad, you can add some chopped bacon, nuts, or seeds.
  • To make the salad more filling, you can add some cooked chicken or tofu.
  • You can also add some fresh herbs, such as cilantro, mint, or basil, to the salad for a pop of flavor.
  • Be sure to chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Fruity chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a fruity chicken salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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