Best 11 Quick And Crunchy Chicken Salad Recipes

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Craving a quick and crunchy chicken salad that tantalizes your taste buds and satisfies your appetite? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the culinary journey of creating a delectable chicken salad that's both speedy to prepare and bursting with flavor. With readily available ingredients and a few simple steps, you'll soon be indulging in a delightful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights, light lunches, or even as a refreshing summer meal. Get ready to elevate your mealtime with a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



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Picnic time! Pack Crunchy Chicken Salad for your next picnic in the park!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 22m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (3 ounces) Oriental-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 bag (16 ounces) coleslaw mix

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from noodles. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir noodles into butter mixture. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly; stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly, until noodles are golden brown.
  • Mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and noodle mixture; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Zoe Scattergood

Categories     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1.5 cups chopped chicken breast (1 chicken breast)
½ tablespoon avocado mayo
½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup celery (chopped)
½ cup baby carrots (chopped)
½ cup cucumber (chopped)
½ cup apple (chopped)
¼ cup grapes (sliced)
Salt and pepper
3 cups mixed salad greens
Whole wheat pita chips and sliced apples

Steps:

  • Shred and chop up the chicken and put into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the avocado mayo, Dijon mustard and Greek Yogurt.
  • Chop up the celery, baby carrots, cucumber and apple and add to the mixing bowl.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and mix well to combine the ingredients.
  • Slice the grapes in half and lightly fold into the chicken salad.
  • Plate on a bed of fresh mixed greens and serve with whole wheat pita chips and apple slices (from the leftover apple).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

CRISPY CHICKEN SALAD



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Check out our favorite Crispy Chicken Salad with an easy (five-ingredient) honey BBQ dressing. You can make this salad in 25 minutes or less with a few shortcuts!

Provided by Chelsea Lords

Categories     Main Course     Salad

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups store-bought crispy chicken strips, (sliced (Note 1))
8 cups (~2 hearts) chopped romaine ((chopped into bite-sized pieces))
1 cup cherry tomatoes, (halved)
1 cup Persian or English cucumber, (thinly sliced (Note 2))
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion ((Note 3))
1 large (or 2 medium) ripe avocados, (thinly sliced or chopped)
Optional: 1/3 cup honey-roasted or plain toasted almonds ((Note 4))
2 tablespoons of EACH good-quality BBQ sauce and honey
1/4 cup regular full-fat mayo
1 tablespoon of EACH Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar
Fine sea salt and freshly cracked pepper

Steps:

  • CHICKEN: Start by preparing chicken tenders according to package directions. Let cool to warm and then thinly slice.
  • SALAD: Chop the romaine, wash, and make sure it is thoroughly dried before adding to a large bowl (dressing won't adhere to wet lettuce). Add halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumbers, sliced red onions, and sliced avocado to the bowl or place on individual plates. Add the sliced chicken on top. Drizzle with the dressing (see next step to prepare), toss to combine, and serve immediately.
  • DRESSING: Whisk the ingredients for the dressing, along with a big pinch of salt and black pepper. Whisk until smooth. If not using immediately, transfer to a mason jar and refrigerate. (Leftovers stay good for 5-7 days).
  • STORAGE: Dressed salad doesn't sit well, so if you want to have leftovers or make ahead, store the dressing separately from the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 kcal, ServingSize 4 servings (as a meal), Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Protein 25.6 g, Fat 33.1 g, Cholesterol 58.7 mg, Sodium 1147.7 mg, Fiber 2.6 g, Sugar 3.8 g

BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



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This basic chicken salad is a family favorite. I like to use baked thighs or breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Toss with chicken, almonds, and celery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 403 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

QUICK CRISPY PARMESAN CHICKEN BREASTS



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These are delicious, easy, quick, and so versatile! Eat them plain, topped with your favorite spaghetti sauce, or sliced on a Caesar salad.

Provided by SUNKIST2

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Parmesan Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
½ cup panko bread crumbs
⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 teaspoons white wine
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to an even thickness

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Whisk bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and black pepper together in a shallow bowl. Stir butter, white wine, mustard, and garlic together in another bowl.
  • Dip each chicken breast half into melted butter mixture; press into bread crumb mixture to evenly coat. Place breaded chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Pat any leftover bread crumb mixture onto chicken breasts.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 462.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

COOL & CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



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When the weather sizzles, get your chill on with a cool chicken salad. Mine uses grapes, pecans and celery for that signature crunch. -Sarah Smiley, Bangor, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first eight ingredients until blended. Add chicken, grapes, celery and pecans; toss to coat. Serve on lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Pam Rupp

Categories     Salad     Chicken     No-Cook     Picnic     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Almond     Celery     Bon Appétit     Arizona     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken (about 1 pound)
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to blend thoroughly.

CRUNCHY HOT CHICKEN SALAD



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I've had this recipe for years and I'm not sure were it came from. I think it was clipped from a magazine years ago. It's slightly different from most other hot chicken salad recipes and I think those differences make it better.

Provided by ajandjj2000

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups diced cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups celery, finely chopped
1 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons grated onions
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
4 tablespoons chopped pimiento
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 hard-boiled eggs
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
crushed potato chips, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except potato chips and cheese, blend well.
  • Spoon into a lightly greased 3 quart shallow casserole dish.
  • Top with 2 cups cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 mins.
  • Put sprinkling of crushed potato chips over surface during last 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.8, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 139.4, Sodium 1081.2, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 31.8

CRISPY HOT CHICKEN SALAD



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Creamy veggies and chicken topped with potato chip crunch? Your whole family just might swoon. I make this delicious meal for mine often. Bonus: The prep is quick and easy! -Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (9 ounces) frozen diced cooked chicken breast, thawed
2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, water chestnuts, almonds, green pepper, pimientos, onion and 1/3 cup cheese. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Stir into chicken mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. , Sprinkle with potato chips and remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 calories, Fat 68g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD



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Crunchy chicken salad full of fresh Asian flavours

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack, Starter, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 tbsp Vietnamese fish sauce (nuoc mam) or Thai fish sauce (nam pla)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp sugar , or more to taste if liked
½ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
1 small red chilli , seeded and finely chopped
200g white cabbage , finely shredded
2 medium carrots , finely shredded
1 small onion , finely sliced
2 tbsp roughly chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp roughly chopped coriander leaves
3 garlic cloves , peeled
3 plump fresh red chillies , halved and seeded
1 tbsp caster sugar
3 tbsp Vietnamese fish sauce (nuoc mam) or Thai fish sauce (nam pla)
3 tbsp rice vinegar
small bunch of fresh mint
2 tbsp salted peanut , very finely chopped

Steps:

  • Half fill a medium wok or deep frying pan with water, sprinkle in half of the fish sauce and bring to the boil. Turn down the heat to a simmer, lower the chicken into the water and cover the pan with a lid. Simmer for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Lift the chicken out of the water and leave until cool enough to handle.
  • Meanwhile, mix the remaining fish sauce in a large bowl with the lime juice, sugar, pepper and chopped chilli. Tip in the cabbage, carrots and onion. Mix well.
  • Shred the chicken and toss it into the salad with the herbs. Mix again, cover and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight is ideal).
  • To make the nuoc cham sauce, pound the garlic, chillies and caster sugar to a paste using a pestle and mortar. Mix in the fish sauce, vinegar and 6 tbsp water. (It will keep for up to 4 days in the fridge.)
  • To serve, toss the salad, taste and add more sugar, if you like. Scatter mint leaves on each plates, pile the salad on top and sprinkle with peanuts. Serve with individual bowls of nuoc cham sauce to pour over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 4.98 milligram of sodium

CREAMY GARLIC PARMESAN CRISPY CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Garlic Parmesan Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, chicken breasts, all purpose flour, large eggs, olive oil, sour cream, buttermilk, parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, freshly ground black pepper, mixed greens, mixed cherry tomato, red onion

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for taste
1 teaspoon pepper, plus more for taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 chicken breasts
1 cup all purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅔ cup sour cream
⅓ cup buttermilk
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
16 oz mixed greens
2 cups mixed cherry tomato, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix together with a fork.
  • Season the chicken breasts on both sides with pepper and salt to taste.
  • Add the flour and eggs to 2 separate medium bowls. Dip the chicken breasts in the flour and shake off the excess. Then, dip in the eggs. Finally, dip in the bread crumb mixture. Make sure the chicken is well-coated.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until deep golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted in the thick part of a breast registers at least 165˚F (75˚C).
  • While the chicken is cooking, make the dressing: In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the sour cream, buttermilk, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a few more splashes of buttermilk.
  • To assemble the salad, add the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to a large bowl. Drizzle about ½ the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  • Slice the chicken, then serve on top of the salad and drizzle with more dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 11 grams

### Tips for Making a Delicious Chicken Salad
  • Use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh, flavorful chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing.
  • Cook the chicken perfectly. Chicken that is too dry or overcooked will make your salad tough and chewy. Aim for chicken that is cooked through but still moist and tender.
  • Chop the vegetables into small pieces. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the salad and make it easier to eat.
  • Use a creamy, tangy dressing. This will help bind the salad together and add flavor. You can use a store-bought dressing or make your own.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors meld together and make the salad more refreshing.
  • ### Conclusion Chicken salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways! Whether you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or a hearty and satisfying dinner, chicken salad is a great option.

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