CHICKEN RICE SALAD

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For a summer luncheon, this light, colorful salad is a treat. The crunchy celery, green pepper and almonds along with refreshing oranges and pineapple make this a chicken salad folks can't wait to dig into. -Bernadine Stine, Roanoke, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups diced green pepper
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
3/4 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons orange juice
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange juice, vinegar, salt, ginger and garlic salt. Pour over salad and toss. Refrigerate. Just before serving, fold in the oranges and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Malik Shamir
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of chicken, rice, and vegetables. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Romelia Acker
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the chicken is so tender. I also love the addition of fresh herbs.


Davis Prince
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This salad is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it even easier.


Michael Torres
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so versatile, you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I love the creamy dressing, and the chicken and rice are always cooked perfectly.


Victoria Chinemerem
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used brown rice instead of white rice, and it turned out great. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Nansubuga Ruth
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. I love the addition of fresh herbs, which really brighten up the flavor.


Farah Aljammal
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the rice was perfectly cooked. The dressing was also a hit, with its tangy and sligh


Azizur Azizur
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This salad was a breeze to make and turned out so delicious! I used leftover chicken from a rotisserie chicken, which made it even easier. The dressing was simple but flavorful, and the combination of chicken, rice, and veggies was perfect.


christopher jacks
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I've tried many chicken rice salad recipes before, but this one is definitely my favorite. The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, and the rice was cooked to perfection. The dressing was also spot-on, with just the right amount of tanginess and


Hameed Khattak
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This chicken rice salad was an absolute hit! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the tangy dressing complementing the savory chicken and fluffy rice. I especially loved the addition of fresh herbs, which gave the dish a bright, summery vibe.


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