Whether you’re making a hearty wrap, sandwiches, or a filling standalone dish, these easy chicken salad recipes bring vibrant flavors and are perfect for quick meals. Scroll down to find your go-to salad recipe!
The Ultimate Guide to Chicken Salad Recipes: Fresh, Flavorful, and Fun! 🥗
Chicken salad isn’t just a meal, it can be a party favorite, a go-to for meal prep, a quick snack, and so much more.
The possibilities are endless with just one recipe!
Whether you want comfort food, bold flavors, or easy meal-prep options, these chicken salad recipes are total game-changers and sure to become your go-to.
They’re super easy to customize, quick to make, and anything but boring. Get ready to enjoy deliciousness in every bite!
Why You’ll Love These Chicken Salad Recipes
💚 Super Versatile
Chicken salads are super versatile and easy to enjoy. Have them on their own, over rice or quinoa, in a sandwich, or wrapped with veggies. You can also tweak the ingredients to suit picky eaters or fit different diets.
💛 Ease of Preparation
Most chicken salad recipes take under 20 minutes to prep, so they’re perfect for busy days. Quick, easy, and made with just a few simple ingredients.
💚 Healthier Chicken Meals
These salad recipes are an incredible choice when you want to enjoy something lighter and healthier without sacrificing flavor. You have full control of what goes into your salads to suit your dietary needs and health goals. Say goodbye to boring salads and hello to nutritious and delicious salad recipes!
💛 Great Way to Use Up Leftovers
Do you have leftover chicken from last night? Don’t let it go to waste! Chicken salads are an easy way to turn leftovers into something delicious. Just shred or chop, add your favorite toppings, toss with a dressing, and enjoy.
Whether you’re making a big batch for a party or a quick lunch for yourself, these chicken salad recipes are always a win!
So, roll up your sleeves, grab your ingredients, and make a chicken salad that’s easy, flexible, and seriously delicious.
Revamp Your Salad Routine with These Tasty Chicken Salad Recipes! 🥗😋
Asian Chicken Salad
Recipe by Tatyana’s Everyday Food
⏰ Prep: 45 mins ● Cook: 30 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ Loaded with fresh, colorful veggies and topped with a teriyaki chicken. Crunchy and delicious!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 39g
Sesame Chicken Cabbage Crunch Salad
by Ambitious Kitchen
⏰ Prep: 45 mins ● Cook: 15 mins ● Yields: 4 servings
Why You’ll Love it ~ Juicy chicken, crunchy veggies drizzled with a lip-smacking sesame ginger dressing. Perfect for a satisfying and wholesome lunch or dinner!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 594cal | Carbohydrates: 34.9g | Protein: 35.9g
Vietnamese Chicken Salad
by Recipe Tin Eats
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 minutes ● Yields ~ 3-4 servings as main
Why You’ll Love it ~ Full of fresh and bright flavors of herbs and spices! If you love zingy, zesty, and tangy flavors, you have to try this!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 440cal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 28g
Chopped Thai Chicken Salad
by Pinch of Yum
⏰ Ready in ~ 60 minutes ● Yields ~ 4-6 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ chopped chicken with crunchy peanuts, tangy lime, and refreshing cilantro all tossed in a homemade peanut dressing.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 456cal | Carbohydrates: 31.9g | Protein: 19.6g
Honey Hot Chicken Salad
by Whipped It Up
⏰ Ready in ~ 30 mins ● Yields ~ 2 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ Made with fresh, everyday ingredients and packed with bold flavor from fiery, sweet hot honey chicken. If you love hot chicken wings, then this salad is a must-try for you!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 58g
Greek Chicken Salad
by Foodie Crush
⏰ Ready in ~ 14 mins ● Yields ~ 2 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ A light and fresh salad with Greek-style chicken, feta cheese, olives, and crunchy cucumbers, mixed with a simple Greek dressing. Easy to make and great for meal prep!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g
Curry Chicken Salad
by The Real Food Dietitians
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 4 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ Made with just 10 ingredients, this curry-style chicken salad is warm, flavorful, and a little crunchy from apples, raisins, and cashews. It’s quick, easy, and really tasty!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 378 kcal | Carbohydrate: 12g | Protein: 23g
Chicken Taco Salad
by Ambitious Kitchen
⏰ Prep 15 mins ● Cook: 15 mins ● Serves: 6
Why You’ll Love It ~ Made with all the good stuff, seasoned ground chicken, savory cheese, and fresh corn, all topped with a fresh cilantro vinaigrette.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 435cal | Carbohydrates: 25.4g | Protein: 23.9g
Chinese Chicken Salad
by Craving Home Cooked
⏰ Ready in ~20 mins ● Yields ~ 4 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ is packed with colorful veggies and bold flavors. Comes together in 20 minutes!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 21g
Asian Chicken Salad
by Damn Delicious
⏰ Prep: 2 hours 15 mins ● Cook: 10 mins ● Serves: 6
Why You’ll Love It ~ Made with perfectly juicy, tender teriyaki chicken and the most amazing peanut dressing. It’s full of flavor and seriously satisfying!
💡 PRO TIP
Chill Before Serving – Chicken salad tastes better when it’s chilled, since the flavors have time to come together. Let it rest in the fridge for at least an hour before serving. Unless the recipe says it’s meant to be eaten warm or right away.
Street Corn Chicken Salad
by Fit Foodie Finds
⏰ Prep: 30 mins ● Cook: 15 mins ● Serves: 8
Why You’ll Love It ~ Loaded with veggies, shredded chicken, and a creamy street corn sauce. It’s fun, full of flavor, and perfect for meal prep!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 21g
Epic Mason Jar Cobb Salad with Ranch
by Joyful Healthy Eats
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 4 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ Layered with classic Cobb ingredients and finished with an easy yogurt-based ranch dressing. It’s fresh, filling, and perfect for grab-and-go meals or meal prep!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 322kal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 36g
Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad
by Dinner then Dessert
⏰ Prep: 5 mins ● Chill: 2 hours ● Serves: 8
Why You’ll Love It ~ Sweet, tangy, and super comforting! It’s easy to make and perfect for potlucks, lunches, or meal prep.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 14g
Pesto Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad
by Cafe Delites
⏰ Prep: 15 mins ● Cook: 20 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ This grilled chicken salad uses a pesto dressing that also works as a marinade. It’s a wholesome, well-balanced meal in one bowl!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
Recipe by Damn Delicious
⏰ Prep: 2 hours 15 mins ● Cook: 20 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ Juicy, tender honey mustard chicken on crisp romaine with fresh strawberries, avocado, and corn, all tossed in a tangy Dijon dressing. It’s the summer salad of your dreams!
Cranberry Chicken Salad With Apples
by The Real Food Dietitians
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 4 servings
Why You’ll Love it ~ Made with under 10 ingredients, this healthy, creamy chicken salad is topped with crispy bacon bits, toasted pecans, diced apple, fresh rosemary, and mayo.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrate: 13g | Protein: 23g
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
by The Original Dish
⏰ Ready in ~ less than 30 mins ● Yields ~ 4 servings
Why You’ll Love It ~ A hearty, zesty chicken salad with grilled chicken, peppers, herbs, and parmesan. Perfect as leftovers and great eaten cold!
Moroccan Chicken Salad
by Skinny Ms
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 1.5 cups salad
Why You’ll Love It ~ This Moroccan chicken salad is packed with warm spices and bold flavor. The zesty chimichurri dressing adds rich, fresh layers that make every bite exciting.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 23g
Chicken Salad Recipe with Eggs
by I’m Hungry for that
⏰ Prep: 5 mins ● Cook: 10 mins ● Serves: 6
Why You’ll Love It ~ This protein-packed chicken salad is made with juicy chicken, hard-boiled eggs, and crunchy veggies. Everything is tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g
Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad
by The Defined Dish
⏰ Prep: 20 mins ● Cook: 15 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ A fun chicken skewer salad made with a creamy herby ranch dressing, is the perfect summer BBQ salad!
💡 PRO TIP
Let Your Creative Juices Flow – Don’t be afraid to get creative, even if you’re new to cooking. Try adding fruits like apples or grapes, nuts like pumpkin seeds or sliced almonds, or your favorite spices. You might just come up with something amazing! 😊🥗
Strawberry Chicken Salad
by The Recipe Critic
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 6 servings
Why You’ll Love it ~ A healthy, delicious, and protein-packed salad is made with fresh fruit, goat cheese, almonds, and chicken, drizzled with a strawberry balsamic dressing.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 16g
Whole30 Harvest Chicken Salad
by Paleo Gluten Free
⏰ Prep: 30 mins ● Cook: 25 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love it ~ A healthy salad that’s great for family dinners or paleo meal prep, with roasted rosemary sweet potatoes, avocado, nuts, and berries, in a simple homemade balsamic dressing.
Nutrition ~ Calories: 812kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 31g
Waldorf Chicken Salad
by All the Healthy Things
⏰ Ready in ~ 15 mins ● Yields ~ 6 servings
Why You’ll Love it ~ Made with tender chicken, fresh fruit, and veggies, mixed in a creamy herbed dressing. Easy, tasty, and perfect for weekly meal prep!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.3g | Protein: 28.5g
Jalapeno Popper Salad (Wendy’s Copycat!)
by White Kitchen Red Wine
⏰ Prep: 5 mins ● Cook: 25 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ A pure Tex-Mex magic that takes just 15 minutes to throw together. It’s a copycat for Wendy’s Jalapeno Popper Chicken Salad!
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
by Mad about Food
⏰ Prep: 10 mins ● Cook: 25 mins ● Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love It ~ Made with juicy chicken, tangy dill pickles, crunchy cucumbers, and mayo or yogurt. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or enjoying on its own!
Nutrition ~ Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g
And there you have it – easy chicken salad recipes for you to try!
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