Best 7 Grilled Chicken Salad With Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing Recipes

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Discover the vibrant flavors of summer in every bite of our delectable grilled chicken salad, where tender chicken meets a medley of fresh greens, crunchy vegetables, and juicy strawberries. Bursting with sweetness and tang, the homemade strawberry poppy seed dressing adds a refreshing twist to this classic dish, creating a delightful symphony of textures and tastes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY POPPY SEED SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad With Grilled Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, nonfat greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, poppy seed, dijon mustard, salt, ground black pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast, salt, ground black pepper, paprika, olive oil, baby spinach, strawberry, avocado, sliced almond

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons nonfat greek yogurt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon poppy seed
½ teaspoon dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1/2-inch (1-cm) pieces
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups baby spinach
½ cup strawberry, hulled and sliced
½ avocado, sliced
1 tablespoon sliced almond, toasted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, add the olive oil, Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, poppy seeds, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk until emulsified.
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Once cooled, slice the chicken on a cutting board.
  • Toss spinach, strawberries, avocado, almonds, and sliced chicken together in a large bowl and drizzle with poppy seed dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 917 calories, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 62 grams, Sugar 19 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY POPPY SEED DRESSING



Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing image

Whether you serve this as a side or a main dish, this sweet and tangy poppy seed dressing and the flavorful smokiness of the grilled chicken are a perfect match!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
¾ cup olive oil
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅓ cup honey
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon minced onion
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 (6 ounce) grilled chicken breasts, diced
1 pint strawberries, sliced
1 cup pecan pieces

Steps:

  • Combine sliced strawberries, olive oil, white vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, onion, mustard, salt, and pepper in a food processor and process dressing until smooth.
  • Combine diced chicken, sliced strawberries, and pecans in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 364.3 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

STRAWBERRY POPPYSEED CHICKEN SALAD MEAL IDEA



Strawberry Poppyseed Chicken Salad Meal Idea image

Here's a sweet idea for a light and flavorful anytime salad. This recipe is the perfect balance of savory chicken, simple greens and fresh fruit, tossed with our popular Poppyseed Dressing.

Provided by Panera at Home

Categories     Salads

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups romaine lettuce
3/4 cup Panera® Poppyseed Dressing
1 grilled chicken breast, cut into strips
1/2 cup blueberries, fresh
11 oz. can Mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup pineapple, fresh, cut into chunks
3/4 cup strawberries, fresh, sliced
1/3 cup toasted pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, gently toss lettuce and dressing. Divide among 4 plates., Top each salad with remaining ingredients and garnish with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200cal, Fat 1.5g, Cholesterol 53mg, Sodium 186mg, Carbohydrate 27g, Fiber 4g, Protein 20g

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD STRAWBERRY POPPY SEED DRESSING



Grilled Chicken Salad Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing image

Savory romaine greens topped with fresh grilled chicken paired with strawberry, avocado, and sweet onion poppy seed dressing.

Provided by Melanie - Gather for Bread

Categories     Salad

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon poppyseeds
1 small sweet onion (finely diced)
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup honey
3/4 cup mayonnaise with Olive Oil
1/4 cup extra light tasting olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
10 ounces Romaine lettuce (chopped)
1 lb fresh strawberries (quartered)
1 avocado (peeled, pitted and sliced)
1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, toast poppy seeds over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Cook and stir until poppy seeds are fragrant. Add diced onion, vinegar and honey. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until onion is soft.
  • Transfer to a blender. (I used my Vitamix). Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
  • Place chicken in a large zip-top bag.Add 1/3 cup of dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 4 hours for marinating.
  • Using a griddle or grill, set the temperature to medium.
  • Place chicken or rack or griddle and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning once halfway through. Cook until chicken reaches 165. Place chicken on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Using a large salad bowl, arrange lettuce in the bowl. Top with strawberries, avocado slices, and red onion. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with poppy seed dressing.

STRAWBERRY POPPYSEED SALAD (PANERA COPYCAT)



Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Panera Copycat) image

This is my favorite salad in the summer and I love sitting on the patio at panera sipping on an iced green tea and enjoying this salad! I just had to find a way to copy it!

Provided by Jfoxe

Categories     Strawberry

Time 10m

Yield 2 Salads, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup slice strawberry
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup mandarin orange
1 cup pineapple chunks in juice
1/2 cup pecans
grilled chicken breast, chunks (if you want meat)
1/2 cup mayonnaise, i use light
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/8 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seed

Steps:

  • Toss salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients together in a seperate bowl.
  • Drizzle Desired amount of dressing over the salad.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696, Fat 42.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 453.7, Carbohydrate 80.9, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 51.7, Protein 9.1

CHICKEN STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD



Chicken Strawberry Spinach Salad image

This pretty spinach salad, topped with grilled chicken, strawberries and almonds, features a delectably sweet poppy seed dressing. Made in moments, it's a refreshing lunch or light supper for two. -Ginger Ellsworth, Caldwell, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing, divided
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup torn romaine
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place chicken on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Combine broth and 1 tablespoon poppy seed dressing; spoon over chicken. Fold edges of foil around chicken mixture, leaving center open. Grill, covered, over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine and strawberries. Add the chicken and remaining poppy seed dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing image

My family is always happy to see this fruit and veggie salad on the table. If strawberries aren't available, substitute mandarin oranges and dried cranberries. -Irene Keller, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1 bunch romaine, torn (about 8 cups)
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cups halved fresh strawberries
DRESSING:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon 2% milk
2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Place sugar in a small heavy skillet; cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted and caramel-colored, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool. , Place romaine, onion and strawberries in a large bowl. Whisk together dressing ingredients; toss with salad. Break candied almonds into pieces; sprinkle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries. This will ensure the dressing has the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any poppy seeds, you can use sesame seeds or chopped nuts instead.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of honey in the dressing to taste. If you like a sweeter dressing, add more honey. If you prefer a tangier dressing, add less honey.
  • To save time, you can cook the chicken ahead of time. Simply grill or bake the chicken breasts and then let them cool completely. Once they're cool, you can slice them and add them to the salad.
  • This salad is also great for meal prep. Simply make a big batch on the weekend and then enjoy it for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

Conclusion:

This Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for summer. The grilled chicken is tender and juicy, the strawberries are sweet and tangy, and the poppy seed dressing adds a nice crunch. This salad is also very versatile. You can add other fruits or vegetables, such as blueberries, raspberries, or spinach. You can also use different types of nuts or seeds. No matter how you make it, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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