Best 9 Hot Chicken Salad On A Diet Recipes
If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that won't derail your diet, hot chicken salad is a great option. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of healthy ingredients, including lean protein, vegetables, and healthy fats. Plus, it's easy to customize to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy or tangy dressing, or want to add a bit of heat, there's a hot chicken salad recipe out there for you. Read on to discover some of the best recipes for hot chicken salad on a diet.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
I've always doubled this recipe since our family of five loves it so much. I use chopped or sliced almonds.
Provided by NORMAG
Categories Salad
Time 35m
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine the chicken, celery, almonds, bell pepper, onion, pimento, salt, lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Mix well and pour into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
- Top with grated cheese and the crushed potato chips. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 30.7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 363.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
HOT CHICKEN SALAD I
This dish is a favorite at potlucks.
Provided by Amy Brolsma
Categories Salad
Time 1h10m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F ( 165 degrees ).
- Mix together chicken, celery, lemon juice, chopped onion, toasted almonds, mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated cheese and place mixture in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with crushed corn flakes.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 50.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 573.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
HOT CHICKEN SALAD II
It's a casserole! It's a salad! It's hot chickeny goodness in 3 easy steps! Enjoy!
Provided by JEANNIED59
Categories Salad
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms in oil.
- Mix together the chicken, mayonnaise, soup, sauteed mushrooms, water chestnuts and celery. Place mixture in a 12x7.5 inch casserole dish. Top with the crushed crackers, tossed with melted butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 735.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
HOT CHICKEN SALAD -- ON A DIET
From 3 fat chicks on a diet (3fatchicks.com) Just another diet-ed down version! Still very good though! I make my own whole wheat bread crumbs byt de-crsuting and dying in the oven then crushing up in a big ziplock bag. I would not use fat free cheddar cheese -- it melts funny!
Provided by SarahBeth
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 1 casserole, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in a medium-size saucepan and cover with water. Add the bay leaves, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken turns from translucent to opaque, juices run clear or a meat thermometer reads 170F
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Drain the chicken and cut into cubes.
- Place the cubed chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add all of the remaining ingredients except the cheese and bread crumbs, and mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into a greased (sprayed with Pam) 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top and then sprinkle the bread crumbs over the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 735.1, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 10.8, Protein 33.2
HOT CHICKEN SALAD
This recipe was given to me by a coworker. I'm not sure where she got it but I can't get enough of it! It tastes great by itself or on a croissant.
Provided by Not exactly a chef
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, add chicken, water chestnuts, celery, almonds, pimentos and onion.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Combine chicken and vegetables with the mayonnaise mixture and pour into a 2qt. baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheese and onion rings on top.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.7, Fat 49, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 127.3, Sodium 1143.4, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8.4, Protein 35.8
HOT CHICKEN SALAD (MAKEOVER - LIGHT)
I went to a talk by a person from Taste of Home and she made some recipes that were "made over" to make it healthier and lower fat. This is one of them.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, onion and salt until smooth.
- Whisk in the milk mixture.
- Stir in the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, croutons and almonds.
- Spoon into a 2 quart baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
- Combine bread crumbs and butter, stir in cheese, and sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until heated though and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 74.3, Sodium 517.9, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 28.8
EASY HOT CHICKEN SALAD
My mom has been making this for years. Its great when you have to whip up dinner very quickly. I try to keep these items in my pantry just in case. Enjoy!
Provided by Rev.CCJ
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat Oven to 350.
- Combine first 5 ingrediants into a bowl and mix well.
- Pour contents into a 9x9 Pyrex Dish.
- Mix crushed potato chips and Pamasian Cheese well. Pour on top of chicken mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes!
HOT CHICKEN SALAD DIP
This is good for any occasion. I was given this recipe during the holidays at a bowling alley. One taste and I was hooked.
Provided by Must love cats and
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the first 5 ingredients and put in a casserole dish. Chop banana peppers and sprinkle on top (to add more zip). Sprinkle with grated Parmesan Cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve with Fritos Scoops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 500.9, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 14.9
HOT CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: plain nonfat greek yogurt, lemon juice, green onion, salt, dijon mustard, garlic, ground black pepper, flour, salt, ground black pepper, egg, plain breadcrumbs, boneless, skinless chicken breast, buffalo sauce, honey, baby spinach, red cabbage, cherry tomato, cucumber
Provided by Greg Perez
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl, add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, green onions, salt, mustard, garlic, and black pepper, and whisk to combine.
- Add the flour, salt, and pepper to a wide, shallow bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the egg into another bowl, and whisk until beaten.
- Place bread crumbs in a third wide, shallow bowl.
- Dip the chicken in the flour, the egg, and then bread crumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken breast and cook until crispy and golden, about 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and toss in a bowl of buffalo sauce and honey. Slice the chicken into strips.
- Add the spinach, cabbage, tomatoes, and cucumber to a bowl and drizzle with the dressing. Top with the hot chicken. Toss to combine.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 850 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 79 grams, Sugar 50 grams
Tips:
- Choose lean chicken: Opt for skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs to reduce the fat content in your salad.
- Use low-fat or fat-free ingredients: Choose low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise, sour cream, and cheese to lighten up the salad.
- Add plenty of vegetables: Incorporate a variety of colorful vegetables, such as celery, carrots, onions, and bell peppers, to boost the nutritional value and add crunch. Leafy greens like spinach or kale can also be added for extra nutrients.
- Use herbs and spices for flavor: Experiment with different herbs and spices, such as garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili powder, to add flavor without adding extra calories.
- Control portion sizes: Be mindful of your portion sizes to avoid overeating. A good rule of thumb is to aim for about 1 cup of salad per serving.
Conclusion:
By following these tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying hot chicken salad that fits into a healthy diet. This salad is a good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. It can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and healthy options, this hot chicken salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
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