Best 9 Strawberry And Orange Chicken Salad Recipes

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Are you seeking a delectable and refreshing culinary creation that harmonizes the vibrant flavors of tangy strawberries and juicy oranges with succulent chicken, all tossed in a medley of crisp greens? Look no further! This article embarks on a tantalizing journey to uncover the best recipe for strawberry and orange chicken salad. With a symphony of textures and flavors, this salad promises to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of culinary delight. Whether you're hosting a casual luncheon, preparing a light and healthy dinner, or simply seeking a vibrant and nutritious meal, this article will guide you towards the perfect recipe that captures the essence of this delectable dish.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN STRAWBERRY SALAD



Chicken Strawberry Salad image

Salads are the meal of choice when our Texas temperatures hover in the 90s. In this one, I use locally grown strawberries, fresh greens and chicken strips. It makes a light and colorful lunch on a hot summer day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

DRESSING:
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
SALAD:
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon butter
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Additional whole strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. In a large skillet, cook and stir chicken in oil and butter until no longer pink. Add 1/2 cup salad dressing; cook 1 minute longer. , Place the salad greens in a serving bowl. Top with chicken, sliced strawberries and walnuts. Garnish with whole strawberries if desired. Serving immediately with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

STRAWBERRY AND MANDARIN SALAD



Strawberry and Mandarin Salad image

This is a fresh summer-time salad that is inexpensive and easy to make. This salad can be made up the day before and is always a crowd pleaser.

Provided by Jenn

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons white sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
hot sauce
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) bag spring mix lettuce
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped red onion
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Stir the almonds and 3 tablespoons sugar together in the skillet; cook until the sugar has melted and coats the almonds; 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
  • Whisk the vegetable oil, vinegar, hot sauce, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Toss the spring mix, oranges, strawberries, celery, onion, and parsley together in a large mixing bowl; drizzle the vegetable oil mixture over the lettuce mixture and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

SKINNY CITRUSY STRAWBERRY-CHICKEN SALAD



Skinny Citrusy Strawberry-Chicken Salad image

63% less sat fat • 56% less sodium than the original recipe. Double up with delicious strawberry flavor-it's in the salad and the dressing!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds total)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 recipe Strawberry Citrus Dressing (below)
1/2 cup strawberries
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder, if desired
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 cups fresh watercress
2 cups halved strawberries
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken breast halves with pepper and salt. In a large skillet, bring chicken broth to boiling. Add chicken; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 12 to 14 minutes or until chicken is tender and no longer pink, turning once halfway through cooking time. Meanwhile, prepare Strawberry Citrus Dressing as directed in step #3.
  • Remove chicken from skillet and discard broth. Thinly slice cooked chicken. In a large bowl, toss together watercress, strawberries, and chicken. To serve, drizzle warm dressing over salad and sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately.
  • Strawberry Citrus Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine strawberries, orange juice, canola oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, sugar, chili powder, ground black pepper and salt. Cover; blend or process until smooth. Transfer mixture to a small saucepan. Bring just to boiling. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Keep warm until needed. Makes 3/4 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 2 cups, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

STRAWBERRY, FENNEL, AND ORANGE SALAD



Strawberry, Fennel, and Orange Salad image

This simple salad is juicy and refreshing, especially on a hot summer day. The crunchy, anise-flavored fennel offers a nice textural contrast to the soft, fragrant berries and tender oranges.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 navel oranges
8 ounces strawberries (about 16), hulled and quartered or halved
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced lengthwise, some fronds reserved for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Coarsely ground black pepper
8 Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Zest one orange, and reserve zest (2 teaspoons). Cut peel and pith away from both oranges. Use a paring knife to cut out the segments, letting them fall into a bowl, along with the juice.
  • Add strawberries, sliced fennel, orange zest, and fennel fronds to the bowl of orange segments and toss together gently. Stir in the lemon juice and olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Add lettuce, toss, and serve.

ORANGE-STRAWBERRY SALAD



Orange-Strawberry Salad image

A colorful salad, indeed! Lovely as part of a brunch buffet or terrific as a side to grilled poultry or beef.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 oranges, peeled, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
6 cups salad greens

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients.
  • Serve oranges and strawberries on salad greens. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

STRAWBERRY AND ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD



Strawberry and Orange Chicken Salad image

This recipe comes from the 2009 Taste of Home Best Every Chicken Cookbook. Preparation time does not include the time needed to cook the chicken breast.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups spinach, torn
2 cups lettuce leaves, torn
1 chicken breast, cooked, cubed
2/3 cup fresh strawberries, fresh
1 navel orange, peeled, cut into segments
1/4 cup syrup (for pancakes, strawberry-flavored)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup cashews (optional)

Steps:

  • Divide spinach & lettuce between 2 salad plates, then arrange the chicken, strawberries & oranges on the lettuce.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the syrup & vinegar, then drizzle it over the salads, before topping with the nuts, if used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 114, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 17.1, Protein 17.4

STRAWBERRY, ORANGE & ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



Strawberry, Orange & Almond Chicken Salad image

Make and share this Strawberry, Orange & Almond Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 ounces romaine lettuce (8 cups)
6 ounces cooked chicken breasts, chopped into bite size pieces
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained or 2 medium oranges, peeled and segmented
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 medium red onion, sliced
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup creamy poppy seed dressing

Steps:

  • Toss romaine in large bowl with chicken, orange, strawberries, and onion.
  • Sprinkle with toasted almonds and drizzle with poppyseed dressing.
  • Variation: For a beautiful presentation, layer the ingredients in a clear glass bowl.

STRAWBERRY-ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD



Strawberry-Orange Chicken Salad image

I first started cooking when I was 4 years old! This fruity chicken is light and tasty. I often serve it to guests for a special lunch.-Jerry Minerich, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups torn spinach
2 cups torn leaf lettuce
3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken
2/3 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 orange, cut into segments
1/4 cup strawberry-flavored pancake syrup
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup cashews or pecans, optional

Steps:

  • Divide spinach and lettuce among two salad plates. Arrange the chicken, strawberries and oranges on lettuce. Combine syrup and vinegar; drizzle over salads. Top with nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

STRAWBERRY CHICKEN SALAD FOR SANDWICHES



Strawberry Chicken Salad for Sandwiches image

One of my favorite lunch salads has strawberries, pecans, and poppy seed dressing. I thought those ingredients sounded great for a chicken salad sandwich. Try this delightful chicken salad on a croissant or served on a plate with crackers.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
¾ cup sliced fresh strawberries
¼ cup pecan pieces
1 stalk chopped celery
2 stalks green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and poppy seeds together in a medium bowl. Add chicken, strawberries, pecans, celery, green onions, parsley; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 130.1 mg, Fat 73.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 37.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 428.1 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries and oranges.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken from another meal.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and chop the vegetables the day before. Then, assemble the salad just before serving.
  • This salad is also great for meal prep. Simply divide the salad among individual containers and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Strawberry and orange chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer. It is also a healthy and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With its sweet and tangy flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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