Best 4 Mesquite Chicken Salad Recipes

If you are looking for a unique and flavorful way to enjoy chicken salad, then mesquite chicken salad is a must-try. This dish combines the smoky flavor of mesquite with the classic flavors of chicken salad to create a truly special dish. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, mesquite chicken salad is sure to please. With its smoky, savory flavor and tender chicken, mesquite chicken salad is sure to become a new favorite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MESQUITE CHICKEN WITH GRILLED PEACH SALAD

Mesquite chicken with grilled peach salad image

This summery sweet and smoky chicken salad with guacamole makes a hearty lunch or an exciting option for any barbecue or summer party. Don't be put off by the long list of ingredients - they're mostly in your store cupboard.

Provided by The Hairy Bikers

Categories Main course

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 38

Ingredients

1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp mustard powder
1 tsp light brown sugar
1 fresh rosemary sprig, needles very finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 bay leaf, crumbled
1 tsp smoked salt
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lime, juice and zest
1 tsp honey
2 large chicken breasts, butterflied
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 lime, juice and zest
pinch ground cumin
2 avocados, peeled and roughly chopped
1 large tomato, seeds removed, peeled and finely chopped
1 red chilli, seeds removed and finely chopped
small bunch fresh coriander, finely chopped
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 peaches, stones removed and quartered
bunch spring onions, trimmed
1-2 tsp olive oil
100g/3½oz baby salad leaves
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, cut into strips
½ small cucumber, cut into crescents
1 red chilli, finely chopped
125g/4½oz burrata or mozzarella ball, torn up
few sprigs mint, to garnish
4 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp sherry vinegar
generous pinch smoked chilli
½ tsp honey
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

For the Mesquite chicken, mix the paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, sugar, rosemary, oregano, bay leaf and salt in a bowl. Stir in the olive oil. Add the garlic, lime juice, lime zest and honey.
Coat the chicken in the spice rub and leave to marinate for 30 minutes.
Preheat a grill or barbecue to hot. Remove the chicken from the marinade, scraping off any excess (this is particularly important if using the barbecue as the drips will cause flaming). Grill the chicken for 8-10 minutes, turning regularly. Check that the chicken is cooked through (the juices should run clear with no trace of pink when the thickest part of the meat is pierced with a skewer).
Meanwhile, for the guacamole, put the onion in a bowl, cover in cold water and leave to stand for 30 minutes. Drain. Put the lime juice, lime zest ½ tsp sea salt and cumin into a bowl. Add the avocado, tomato, chilli, coriander and onion. Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper.
For the salad, preheat a griddle pan and griddle the peach quarters for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and leave to cool. Toss the spring onions in the oil and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until, softened and lightly charred. Cut into sections on the diagonal. Arrange the salad leaves in a large platter and top with the fennel, pepper and cucumber. Arrange the peach slices and spring onions over the salad then sprinkle over the chilli.
Whisk all of the vinaigrette ingredients together in a jug and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and scatter over the burrata. Finally, sprinkle over the mint leaves. Serve with the mesquite chicken and guacamole.

MENDOCINO CHICKEN SALAD

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This is a delicious smoked chicken salad with almonds and fresh basil. Serve it over lettuce or on a sandwich.

Provided by Kristine

Categories Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) package smoked chicken breast, skin removed, cubed
1 cup seedless grapes, halved
½ cup diced red onion
3 stalks celery, diced
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
1 cup blanched slivered almonds
¾ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the smoked chicken, grapes, red onion, celery, basil, almonds, and mayonnaise. Mix well; chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 535.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

MESQUITE CHICKEN SALAD

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Categories Salad Chicken Quick & Easy

Yield 4 plates

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 to 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1/3 cup Mesquite Barbecue Sauce
2 TBS. White Wine Vinegar
1 TBS. Lemon Juice
1 TBS. Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
1 small Garlic Clove, finely chopped
4 TBS. Olive Oil
6 cups Mixed Salad Greens
1 Pear, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

Rinse chicken and pat dry. Brush chicken breasts with mesquite sauce. Over hot coals or in broiler of oven, grill chicken about 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink when cut into. Let cool. Slice chicken into thin strips. In small covered container mix vinegar, mustard, pepper, and oil; shake well. To serve, place salad greens on plates and top with chicken and pear. Sprinkle with vinaigrette.

MESQUITE CHICKEN BRINE

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This is a fabulous and simple chicken brine/marinade that leaves the bird wonderfully juicy inside.

Provided by duboo

Categories Brines

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 gallon cool water
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup kosher salt
1 (12 ounce) bottle mesquite-flavored marinade (such as Lawry's®)

Steps:

Pour water into a large brining container. Add sugar and salt; stir until dissolved. Mix in the marinade until brine is combined.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Sodium 13374.7 mg, Sugar 37.5 g

Tips:

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Be sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the salad.
Feel free to adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.
For a smoky flavor, use mesquite-smoked chicken.
If you don't have mesquite-smoked chicken, you can use regular cooked chicken and add a tablespoon of liquid smoke to the dressing.
Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Mesquite 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. With its smoky flavor and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.