Best 20 Layered Chicken Salad Recipes
Layered chicken salad is a classic dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a hearty dinner. Its vibrant colors and textures make it a delightful addition to any gathering. With its combination of tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy dressing, this layered salad is sure to please even the most discerning palates. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping centerpiece for your next party, layered chicken salad is an excellent choice. From classic recipes to creative variations, this article presents a selection of the best layered chicken salad recipes to tantalize your taste buds and inspire your culinary adventures.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN LAYERED SALAD
Dinner just got easier! Layer a deliciously fun meal in just 15 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange lettuce on large platter. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, place chicken and reserved liquid from corn. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until blended and thoroughly heated.
- Arrange chicken mixture over lettuce. Sprinkle with cheese and corn. Drizzle with dressing; top with corn chips. Garnish with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
SOUTHWEST LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
Looking for an easy salad to serve a crowd? Try this colorful combo that includes corn with a creamy dressing that gets its zip from Old El Paso® taco seasoning.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
- In 4-quart glass serving bowl, layer lettuce, jicama, chicken, corn and bell peppers. Just before serving, top salad with avocados. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
This cool main-dish salad really hits the spot during the warm summer months. Plus, its colorful layers look so appealing. Served with a roll or muffin, it's a complete meal. -Kay Bridgeman, Lexington, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer 1-1/2 cups chicken and the lettuce. Combine rice, peas and parsley; spoon over lettuce. Layer with tomatoes, cucumber, peppers and remaining chicken. Combine the first 10 dressing ingredients; spoon over salad. Garnish with red pepper and parsley if desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hour or overnight. Toss before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
LAYERED TORTELLINI PESTO CHICKEN SALAD
Loads of flavor in seven lovely layers!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 2h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook tortellini as directed on package, adding peas during last 4 minutes of cook time. Drain; rinse immediately with cold water. Pat with paper towels to remove moisture.
- In 3- or 4-quart clear bowl, layer the lettuce, the carrots, chicken, peas, the tortellini, and bell pepper.
- In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pesto and buttermilk. Spread over peppers; sprinkle with parsley. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled or overnight. Stir just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
SUMMER LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
You can pull off a delicious and fabulous-looking layered chicken salad in just 15 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In deep 3-quart salad bowl, place half of the lettuce. Layer with chicken, cheese, pecan halves, remaining lettuce and strawberries.
- In small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
LAYERED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
For a tropical theme party or casual buffet, this colorful creation will bring a ray of sunshine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 3-quart glass trifle bowl, layer lettuce, chicken, black beans, tomatoes and mangoes.
- In jar with tight-fitting lid, shake dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately. Or, cover and refrigerate salad and dressing separately up to 4 hours; drizzle salad with dressing just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
TROPICAL LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
This is a fresh and delicious recipe that is a big hit whenever I take it to a potluck-always the first to go! -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the first five ingredients in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream; set aside., Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; place on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Cool slightly and chop into 1/2-in. pieces., Layer lettuce, chicken, pepper and mangoes in a 3-qt. dish. In a large bowl, gently combine avocado, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice and remaining salt. Spoon over mangoes. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Just before serving pour vinaigrette over salad. If desired, sprinkle with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
LAYERED MEXICAN CHICKEN SALAD
Time-saving shortcuts, like rotisserie chicken, prepared dressing, crunchy chips, and pre-shredded cheese, make this salad easy and quick. Fresh summer tomatoes add great color and taste.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix dressing and taco seasoning mix.
- On large serving platter or individual serving plates, layer remaining ingredients except tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
OVERNIGHT LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
I like making this when I have friends coming for lunch the next day. I can have it all ready the night before, stick it in the fridge and turn my attention to other things. Using a store bought rotisserie chicken makes this even easier!
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spread lettuce evenly in a wide 4-quart glass serving bowl.
- Top with a layer each of bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions, cucumber and chicken.
- Pat pea pods dry and arrange on top.
- In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, curry powder, sugar and ginger.
- Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over pea pods.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours or until the next day.
- Just before serving, garnish with nuts and tomato halves.
- To serve, use a spoon and fork to lift out servings, scooping down to the bottom of the dish to include all layers.
CHEDDAR BACON CHICKEN RANCH LAYERED SALAD
The flavors in this layered salad-cool ranch, spicy chicken, crisp bacon-ensure this potluck salad is a sure-fire hit.
Provided by Jessica Walker
Categories Side Dish
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, add chicken breasts and enchilada sauce. Cover and cook over medium heat 20 to 25 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165° F).
- Using two forks, shred chicken; refrigerate to cool.
- Just before serving, in 6-quart trifle bowl or glass bowl, layer as follows: Gently transfer chicken mixture to bowl, being careful to keep sides of bowl clean. Top with romaine lettuce, then Chex™ mix, then cheese, bacon and finally green onions.
- Drizzle dressing on top, or place in bowl on side for people to take what they want.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
LAYERED BUFFALO CHICKEN SALAD
Layer up this beautiful salad with classic buffalo chicken flavors for your next party! Use our Make-Ahead Shredded Chicken Breast pulled from your freezer. Just thaw six cups of the chicken for this salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large bowl, toss chicken, dressing and hot sauce.
- In 6-quart trifle bowl or glass bowl, layer as follows: Gently transfer chicken mixture to the bowl, being careful to keep sides of bowl clean. Top with sliced celery, then half the blue cheese, focusing efforts around outside of bowl. Top with romaine, then carrots, then remaining blue cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 810 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
GLUTEN-FREE LAYERED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
Zip up chicken salad with a three-ingredient dressing made from piña colada yogurt and jerk seasoning.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
- In 3- or 4-quart clear glass serving bowl, layer salad ingredients in order listed, except cashews. Spoon dressing evenly over salad; sprinkle cashews over top.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 1 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g
LAYERED SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD
This beautiful salad is pretty enough to be a centerpiece, and it comes together in a snap. But don't tell your guests, they'll think you spent hours on it! -Marci Dietrich of Fairfax Station, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For dressing, in a blender, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a 4-qt. glass salad bowl, layer the remaining ingredients in the order listed. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 32g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
LAYERED MEXICAN CHICKEN SALAD
Beautiful salad with a Mexican flare! Add a nice margarita and some Mexican music and you have a nice lunch or dinner entrée. Pillsbury cookbook.
Provided by Chef Decadent1
Categories Beans
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix dressing and taco mix.
- On a large serving platter or individual serving pates, layer remaining ingredients except tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with cherry tomatoes that have been sliced in half.*.
- You can also top with olives and add a bit of canned corn if you like. I only use a portion of the can of black beans. Use as much as you prefer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.8, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 41.8, Sodium 617.9, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 15.1
FAST LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
I prepare this satisfying salad Saturday evening and serve it to my husband and sons on Sunday after a round of gold. It's a winner on warm days - with a unique mix of vegetables like bean sprouts, green onions, water chestnuts and pea pods. And it's lovely in a glass bowl. -Joanne Trentadue, Racine, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place lettuce in bottom of a 4-quart glass salad bowl. Layer with cucumber, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions, pea pods and chicken. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, curry and ginger. Spread over top of salad. Garnish with cherry tomatoes and parsley if desired. Cover and chill several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 40g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
LAYERED CHICKEN AVOCADO NACHO SALAD
This is a delicious salad, great to serve to company in the summer season (or anytime of the year!) Prepare this salad in a clear glass bowl to show off the colours. Serve with vinaigrette or buttermilk dressing. This salad should be made up to only an hour in advance as the tortilla chips will get soggy, best served as soon as prepared, if you are making this in advance, cover and chill. Can use more than 2 cups salsa if desired
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place avacodos in a medium bowl.
- Add 1/3 cup salsa, and mash to a chunky guacamole consistancy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large glass bowl, layer HALF of the lettuce, chicken or turkey, chips, beans, green onions, bell pepper and cheese.
- Top with half of the guacamole and half of the remaining salsa.
- Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients.
- Use additional salsa to cover top if necessary.
- Delicious!
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN LAYERED SALAD
Dinner just got easier! Layer a deliciously fun meal in just 15 minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange lettuce on large platter. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, place chicken and reserved liquid from corn. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until blended and thoroughly heated.
- Arrange chicken mixture over lettuce. Sprinkle with cheese and corn. Drizzle with dressing; top with corn chips. Garnish with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
SUMMER LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
You can pull off a delicious and fabulous-looking layered chicken salad in just 15 minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In deep 3-quart salad bowl, place half of the lettuce. Layer with chicken, cheese, pecan halves, remaining lettuce and strawberries.
- In small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
OVERNIGHT LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
This recipe came from my cousin many years ago. It is great to take to a picnic or backyard barbecue. There won't be any leftovers, I guarantee. I rarely post recipes without pictures, but I will add a pic when I make this. 07-17-14
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Other Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In a large glass bowl, distribute lettuce in an even layer. Top with bean sprouts, followed by water chestnuts, green onions, zucchini, and then chicken.
- 2. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, curry powder, sugar, and ginger.
- 3. Spread mayo mixture evenly over salad. Cover dish and refrigerate 24 hours.
- 4. To serve, garnish with Spanish peanuts.
LAYERED ITALIAN CHICKEN SALAD
This layered lettuce salad makes a beautiful presentation in a glass bowl. Once the lettuce is in the bowl, place the sliced eggs against the inside perimeter of the bowl for added interest. When you are ready to serve, toss the salad in another extra-large bowl with the dressing of your choice--Italian or balsamic vinaigrette, or creamy Italian.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 3-1/2-qt. bowl, layer the first 10 ingredients in order listed. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
Tips:
- To make your chicken salad more flavorful, use a variety of herbs and spices. Some good options include dill, parsley, celery salt, and black pepper.
- If you want a creamier chicken salad, add a little mayonnaise or sour cream. You can also use Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- For a crunchier chicken salad, add some chopped nuts or celery.
- If you're making chicken salad ahead of time, be sure to store it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or in a croissant for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Layered chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a layered chicken salad recipe that you'll love.
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