Best 6 Grilled Cranberry Almond Chicken Salad Recipes

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If you are looking for a flavorful and healthy dish to cook, look no further than grilled cranberry almond chicken salad. This salad features grilled chicken, cranberries, almonds, and a variety of other fresh ingredients that come together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. It can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it is perfect for any occasion. The grilled chicken adds protein and a smoky flavor, while the cranberries provide a sweet and tart contrast. The almonds add crunch and texture, and the variety of other ingredients, such as celery, onion, and parsley, add flavor and depth. With its combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors, grilled cranberry almond chicken salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad image

This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

GRILLED CRANBERRY-ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



Grilled Cranberry-Almond Chicken Salad image

Hearty grilled chicken salad - perfect for dinner that's ready in less than an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons poppy seed
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 3/4 lb)
Cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups bite-size pieces iceberg lettuce
3 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
6 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with wire whisk. Reserve 3/4 cup dressing for the salad.
  • Spray chicken with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt. Cover and grill chicken over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once and brushing occasionally with remaining dressing, until juice is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°). Discard any remaining dressing used for brushing. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Divide lettuces among 6 individual serving plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle reserved 3/4 cup dressing over salads. Sprinkle with cheese, cranberries and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0 g

SMOKED-CHICKEN AND CRANBERRY SALAD



Smoked-Chicken and Cranberry Salad image

Categories     Salad     Chicken     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Almond     Celery     Cilantro     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup dried cranberries (2 3/4 oz)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3/4 lb sliced smoked chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups)
1/3 cup sliced almonds with skins, toasted and cooled (1 1/4 oz)
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Soak cranberries in a bowl of warm water to cover 15 minutes, then drain well in a sieve and chop. Whisk together oil and lime juice in a medium bowl, then add cranberries, remaining ingredients, and salt and pepper to taste, tossing to coat.

CRANBERRY-ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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I love chicken salad and love Greek seasoning, so I knew this would be a winner in my book! I sometimes substitute toasted pecans for the slivered almonds. From Southern Living.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup slivered almonds
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
3/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries
2 celery ribs, diced
1/2 small sweet onion, diced
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon all purpose Greek seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven oven to 350°. Bake almonds in a single layer in a shallow pan 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack (about 15 minutes).
  • Stir together almonds, chicken, dried cranberries, and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 60.1, Sodium 272.9, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 12.8, Protein 20.6

APPLE CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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At home in Salem, Oregon, Christine Vaught packs her chunky and nutritious salad with crunchy apple and celery, dried cranberries, blue cheese and almonds for a wonderful blend of tastes and textures. HEALTHY OUTLOOK Using fat-free instead of regular mayonnaise in this chicken salad slashes nearly 30 g fat per serving! That makes room in the recipe for tasty bacon, blue cheese and almonds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped red apple
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 lettuce leaves
1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons chopped almonds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chicken, celery, apple and cranberries. Stir in mayonnaise. Serve on lettuce; sprinkle with bacon, blue cheese and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES, ALMONDS, AND ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



Chicken Salad With Cranberries, Almonds, and Orange Vinaigrette image

This salad has it all, the sweet tang of cranberries and orange vinaigrette, fresh greens and almond crunch, and light, tender but filling breast of chicken. Fresh and flavorful, the salad is a meal, perfect for lunch or a light dinner. This Dole recipe was found at http://www.dole.com/salads/us/landing/DOLE_Top_10_Salad_Recipes.pdf

Provided by Stoblogger

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 4 , 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens, such as Spring Mix
2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/3 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette:.
  • Combine juice, vinegar, and honey in small bowl; whisk in oil.
  • Salad:.
  • Combine salad blend, chicken, celery, bell pepper, cranberries, and almonds in large bowl. Add vinaigrette, toss to evenly coat.
  • Serve chilled, topped feta cheese crumbles.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • To make the chicken salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and chop the celery and almonds up to 2 days in advance. Store the chicken and vegetables in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, simply combine the chicken, celery, almonds, cranberries, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • This chicken salad is also great on sandwiches or wraps. Serve it on a croissant, bagel, or your favorite bread.
  • If you don't have any mayonnaise, you can use plain Greek yogurt instead. Greek yogurt will make the chicken salad a little tangier, but it will still be delicious.

Conclusion:

Grilled Cranberry Almond 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. The combination of sweet cranberries, crunchy almonds, and savory chicken is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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