Best Panera Chicken Salad Recipes

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COPY PANERA CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH (ORIGINAL)



Copy Panera Chicken Salad Sandwich (Original) image

This is a copy that I made up myself of the Old version of the Panera Chicken Salad Sandwich. Not the new one with grapes and almonds. It's delicious! I just made it and its actually better because there aren't a lot of chemicals and preservatives like the Panera kind. I took cue from the main ingredients in the sandwich. Here are Panera's ingredients : Chicken (water, food starch modified, salt, chicken fat, chicken flavor (beef extract, wheat starch, silicone dioxide, thiamine hydrochloride, alpha tocopherol)) dextrose, corn starch, flavors, sodium phosphate) mayonnaise (water, soybean oil, vinegar, food starch modified, egg yolk, whole eggs, corn syrup, spices, salt, propylene glycol alginate, xanthan gum, sodium benzoate & potassium sorbate-preservatives, calcium disodium EDTA), celery, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, white pepper, parlsey.) Here are mine:

Provided by agottsleben

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 celery ribs, chopped
tomatoes, slices
red onion, slices
lettuce
mustard
onion powder
garlic powder
1 pinch white pepper (Black pepper is ok too)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise (I like Kraft Real Mayonnaise)
1 1/2-2 tablespoons granulated sugar
sliced white bread (or Semolina bread from Panera)

Steps:

  • Take the Chicken Breasts and place them on a cutting board. Cover with plastic wrap and pound with a mallet (or a frying pan if you don't have one) to a 1/2 inch thickness. They will cook more evenly and it will be easier to chop them into even chunks. HEAVILY season both sides of the chicken with garlic and onion powder. (You are going to boil the chicken so don't worry about it being too salty.) Put the chicken in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring it to a boil and then cover and let simmer till cooked, about 10 minutes. If it finishes cooking earlier then take it out then so it doesn't become rubbery. Take the chicken out and let cool.
  • Chop the celery and the cooled chicken and set in a bowl. In another small bowl put mayo, sugar, pepper, lemon juice together and whisk until well combined. You want the sugar to disintegrate so that you're not tasting the grain.
  • Mix the mayo with the chicken and celery. Take a slice of bread and place a large slice of lettuce, then tomato, then red onion. Top with the chicken salad and another slice. Serve with potato chips and pickle. (Or you're favorite soup!).
  • I hope you like this recipe. I really thought it out and was RELIEVED that my hard work paid off and it tasted so close to the real thing!
  • Good luck!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.7, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 499.6, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 8.9, Protein 12.7

PANERA BREAD ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD - COPYCAT



Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad - Copycat image

Chicken, romaine, cilantro, almonds, sesame seeds, crispy wonton strips, and an Asian sesame vinaigrette. Mmmmmmm! From America's Most Wanted Recipes - Copycat Versions of Everyone's Best-Loved Food.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 wonton wrappers
canola oil, for frying
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
4 cups loosely packed bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
3 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (grilled and sliced thin)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup canola oil or 3/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Cut the wonton wrappers into 1/4-inch strips.
  • Heat about 2 inches of canola oil to 365° in a heavy skillet. Fry the wonton strips in the oil until they are crisp, about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Spread the almonds out on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 5 minutes, toss them around, and then toast for 5 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • To make the dressing, in a bowl, mix together all of the ingredients except the oil. Use a wire whisk to blend well and then slowly drizzle in the oil to create an emulsion.
  • To assemble the salad, in a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, cilantro, fried wonton strips, chicken and dressing.
  • Transfer to plates and top with the sesame seeds and almonds.

ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD (COPYCAT PANERA) RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Asian Sesame Chicken Salad (Copycat Panera) Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by á-10966

Number Of Ingredients 23

CHICKEN MARINADE:
1 bag pre-washed romaine lettuce
1 bag pre-washed baby spinach
4 medium chicken breasts
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar (or agave nectar, or honey)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
DRESSING:
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, toasted in a dry skillet over medium heat until
golden brown
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
SALAD TOPPINGS:
Chopped cilantro
11 ounce can mandarin oranges packed in water or 100% juice (rinse in water if packed in syrup)
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Baked or fried wonton strips
Sesame seeds

Steps:

  • CHICKEN: Whisk together chicken marinade ingredients, and marinate chicken for 15 minutes. Grill, or cook in a non-stick sprayed skillet until done, then let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Cut into slices. DRESSING: Bring vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan. Turn off the heat, then add in the sugar and stir until dissolved. Let cool. Combine with the rest of the dressing ingredients in a jar, and shake to combine. Divide lettuce and spinach between four plates. Top with sliced chicken, salad dressing, and toppings.

COPYCAT PANERA ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE



COPYCAT PANERA ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN SALAD Recipe image

Provided by jbrockel

Number Of Ingredients 20

Marinade:
4 cups baby spinach leaves
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
3 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Dressing:
½ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup sugar
2 Tablespoons canola oil
salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Toppings for salad:
Fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup sliced almonds
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup wonton strips

Steps:

  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Marinade: 3 Tablespoons soy sauce 3 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon sesame oil ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon ground ginger Dressing: ½ cup rice vinegar ¼ cup sugar 2 Tablespoons canola oil salt and pepper to taste ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds Toppings for salad: Fresh cilantro, chopped ½ cup sliced almonds 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained 1 cup wonton strips

FUJI APPLE CHICKEN SALAD COPY CAT PANERA BREAD CO.



Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Copy Cat Panera Bread Co. image

Very similar to the AMAZING Panera salad recipe. Combination of a few recipes found online. Perfect all in one meal served with a rustic bread and white wine.

Provided by Shabby Sign Shoppe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 rotisserie chicken (remove all meat from bone and allow to cool in fridge before assembling salad)
1 (8 ounce) bag spring greens
2 tomatoes, chopped (vine ripe is best)
1 cup toasted pecan halves
1 (2 1/2 ounce) bag apple chips (Granny Smith)
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (can also use bleu or gorgonzola)
1/2 red onion, sliced into rings
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar (also called white balsamic vinegar)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely diced
2 small shallots, finely chopped
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Mix together all of the salad ingredients (first 8 ingredients) in a medium bowl OR serve buffet style allowing each guest to choose what they include and or choose to omit.
  • Drizzle dressing (last 7 ingredients) over top.

PANERA CHICKEN SALAD SPREAD



Panera Chicken Salad Spread image

After much searching, I found this recipe for Panera's chicken salad on a message board. NOTE: This claims to be the chicken salad spread that Panera sells on sandwich bread, not a lettuce-leaf salad with chicken in it. I'll post a rating and let you know how close it is to the real thing after I make it.

Provided by EPeezie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 lbs chicken, cut up
salt
fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
3/4 cup fresh horseradish, peeled, finely grated
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon hot paprika
spicy deli mustard
red onion, sliced
tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Rinse the chicken pieces in cold water and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, and half of the oil. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a roasting pan. Roast for 20 minutes, remove from oven, and set aside to cool. Once cooled, discard the skin, pull the meat from the bone, and shred.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together remaining oil, mayonnaise, cilantro, horseradish, lime juice, and paprika. Fold in the shredded chicken and season to taste.
  • Serve with deli mustard, sliced red onion, and tomato on your favorite sandwich bread (sourdough is great) or halved croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 959.3, Fat 78.5, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 214.6, Sodium 411.4, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.2, Protein 52.2

PANERA CHICKEN SALAD



PANERA CHICKEN SALAD image

Categories     Chicken

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 celery ribs, chopped
tomato, slices
red onion, slices
lettuce
mustard
onion powder
garlic powder
1 pinch white pepper (Black pepper is ok too)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise (I like Kraft Real Mayonnaise)
1 1/2-2 tablespoons granulated sugar
sliced white bread (or Semolina bread from Panera)
Change Measurements: US | Metric

Steps:

  • Directions: Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins 1 Take the Chicken Breasts and place them on a cutting board. Cover with plastic wrap and pound with a mallet (or a frying pan if you don't have one) to a 1/2 inch thickness. They will cook more evenly and it will be easier to chop them into even chunks. HEAVILY season both sides of the chicken with garlic and onion powder. (You are going to boil the chicken so don't worry about it being too salty.) Put the chicken in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring it to a boil and then cover and let simmer till cooked, about 10 minutes. If it finishes cooking earlier then take it out then so it doesn't become rubbery. Take the chicken out and let cool. 2 Chop the celery and the cooled chicken and set in a bowl. In another small bowl put mayo, sugar, pepper, lemon juice together and whisk until well combined. You want the sugar to disintegrate so that you're not tasting the grain. 3 Mix the mayo with the chicken and celery. Take a slice of bread and place a large slice of lettuce, then tomato, then red onion. Top with the chicken salad and another slice.

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