Best Quick Almond Chicken Salad Recipes

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BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



Basic Chicken Salad image

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

ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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My mother used to prepare this chicken salad with grapes and almonds for an evening meal during the hot summer months. It's my favorite of my mother's chicken salad recipes. You can also serve it as a delicious but quick luncheon or potluck dish. -Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup sliced green onions
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, grapes, celery, onions and eggs. In another bowl, combine the next 9 ingredients; stir until smooth. , Pour over the chicken mixture and toss gently. Stir in almonds and serve immediately, or refrigerate and add the almonds just before serving. Garnish with kiwi if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

ALMOND-APRICOT CHICKEN SALAD



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Here's a one-of-a-kind pasta salad that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots and crunchy vegetables. Plus, the lemony dressing can't be beat. -Susan Voigt, Plymouth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8 ounces) spiral pasta
1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, thinly sliced
3 cups coarsely chopped fresh broccoli
2-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dried savory
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding apricots during the last 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; place in a large bowl. Add broccoli, chicken, onions and celery. , In a small bowl, combine the next eight ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving; fold in almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

EASY ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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Pineapple and almonds give this chicken salad its tropical taste. Every forkful is loaded with chicken, making this a hearty luncheon entree. -Russell Moffett, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1 tablespoon juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, chicken, eggs, celery and almonds. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; stir in reserved pineapple juice. Pour over chicken mixture; mix well. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 183mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a great summer salad that can be prepared ahead of time so you can enjoy the day.

Provided by LINDA W.

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 large carrot, shredded
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
½ pound sugar snap peas, halved
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken breast meat
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
½ cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon ground dry mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the onions, carrot, red pepper, peas, chicken, cilantro and almonds. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, teriyaki sauce and dry mustard until smooth. Pour over salad mixture and toss until coated. Serve in pita pockets or on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 236.8 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMONDS



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This unusual and refreshing chicken salad is perked up by the addition of toasted almonds, tangy pineapple, crunchy water chestnuts and sweet grapes.

Provided by sal

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups cubed, cooked chicken
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup halved green grapes
1 cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted
½ cup chopped water chestnuts
¼ cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the lemon juice. Cover and chill for 2 hours.
  • Mix the salad dressing, salt, pineapple, grapes, almonds, water chestnuts and lettuce into the chicken until evenly combined. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 787.6 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

NAPA ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD (PANERA COPYCAT)



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If love the chicken salad at Panera Bakery, you are going to adore this homemade version of their Napa almond chicken salad. The chicken salad is covered in a creamy mayo dressing for one of the best sandwich fillings you'll find!

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course     Salad     Sandwiches

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped)
1 cup diced celery
1 cup seedless grapes (sliced)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
8 slices bread
2 roma tomatoes tomatoes (sliced)
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, lemon pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. Rub the seasoning mixture and 1 tablespoon olive oil over the chicken breasts. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken breasts, cooking for 5-6 minutes on each side, until the breasts are golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Let the chicken breasts cool. Then, chop into small small chunks.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together. Add in the chicken, celery, grapes, and almonds.
  • Spread an even amount of chicken salad on 4 slices of bread. Top with tomato slices, lettuce, and the other slice of bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 693 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 167 mg, Sodium 1509 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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