Rotisserie Chicken Salad With Greens and Herbs Recipe (2024)

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Jean

This is similar to Nigella Lawson’s Roast Chicken Salad (w/ Spinach) found on this website. She includes a recipe for lime & olive oil dressing with salt which is delicious.

Marilyn Mears

A favorite easy, quick "recipe", with endless variations. I add walnuts or almonds for protein and crunch. Tasty and filling.

Anne

The problem with store bought rotisserie chicken is the salt content. It's usually way too much. Then they add dextrose to a gelatinous liquid filled with other dreadful additives to camouflage was what never a quality chicken in the first place. Make your own when it's convenient and then use it for this nice no-recipe recipe.

JMHJacobs

My family calls this "on a bed of," as in, "dinner is On a Bed Of." Good use for whatever's in the fridge/on the counter that should be used up, with any meat or poultry that's leftover or purchased. Extra points for creativity.

Lwood

Do yourself a favor and get your bird at Costco ... NONE BETTER!

Pamela

Super easy! Added parmesan cheese and currents to give it some tartness and sweetness.

Suzi

Made this tonight! Went with half arugula and half spinach, added toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch. Super easy and great way to use up the last bits of scallion and cilantro in the fridge.

meg

we used to do a similar thing for pre-service dinners at a restaurant where I worked in the 80's. We mostly had salad made with lettuce, rocket and other delicious greens with tomato etc grated beetroot carrot or whatever and we put a soft boiled egg on the top for protein - sunflower seeds. the garlic is important. A drizzle of olive oil. A shaving of parmesan. Yum.

tac

You're in my head. I opened this email while eating leftover rotisserie chicken chopped in the chopper mixed with apple, celery, and the remains of a bag of broccoli slaw. With a little mayo and a lot of spinach on a piece of white toast. Nothing fancy but comfortable and delicious. Rotisserie chicken is the best cooking cheat there is.

lynn rogers

Gosh I love this. It is so obvious, and such a nice reminder how great simple quick things can be. As I am famous for staring down leftover roto chicken wondering "what next, my bird?", this is good. A good basic as Sam wrote it which, as others have noted, is open to endless riffs, spins and variations. Thank you.

Big Lar

Made this tonight — rotisserie chicken for the flesh eater and white beans for the vegetarian. Added feta and toasted sesame seeds. Delicious! A homemade baguette with butter was a nice side.

stevedina

So good! Added a little bit of anchovy to the dressing, which was terrific. Leftovers made a delicious sandwich on a bun, with mayo, to take to work.

Ann marie

I love to add pineapple

Beth

Has anyone ever wondered about the safety of store bought rotisserie chicken which is placed -hot- into plastic containers and then kept warm under heat lamps. I have never been able to get an answer to this.

Amy C

I made this with chicken for the bf, and without for me, and it was delicious both ways. I doubled the cilantro because cilantro is life.

Abby W.

This was so quick and easy for a busy weeknight. I threw it together and consumed it in under 30 mins. So filling, too!

Kristie

My husband says this is the best salad he's ever had. I used basil olive oil with juice of one lime and a minced garlic clove. Chicken was stove top cooked whole chicken.

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es

I made this with a chicken (actually a fowl) I had used for making chicken soup. Worked great. Mixed greens, sliced tomatoes, red onion, salad stuff plus the avocado. Squeezed a lime over the mix, added cilantro and oil. Delicious dinner from leftovers.

Kate

Love this non-recipe. Add cherry tomatoes, sliced radishes and crumbled blue or Gorgonzola cheese - takes this salad to a new level.

C-S-H

I used the leftover tahini dressing from the quinoa bowl and it was incredible!

Liz

Re Costco rotisserie chickens, I've stopped buying them. Costco has been called out for refusing to adopt humane chicken raising or processing.

JIM

Whole Foods has rotisserie chicken without the added salt and preservatives.

GG

The best no recipe recipe with endless opportunities! I add chopped almonds as suggested by another reviewer. This one never fails.

Kayla A

So simple and so delightful! Received high marks from my husband, who can count on one hand the salads he would enthusiastically eat for dinner.

Luca

Just perfect! Healthy, easy, great for weeknight or weekend and great for parties. The suggested blend of flavours, which is my favourite, works perfectly. Sometimes I substitute the juice of a whole lemon for lime juice and add vinegar preserved capers, particularly on hot summer days. The recipe works perfectly even if you remove the skin of the chicken (to avoid the skin‘s fat and high salt content).

Taos Chris

It’s also delicious to put shedded chicken, some greens, salsa, avocado, green onions, tomatoes (basically this salad) etc. rolled up in a flour tortilla for a cold sort of instant burrito. Nice for no cook, cold summer dinner.

Mary

DELICIOUS

Wolfie G

Great, quick recipe. I'll be making this regularly, varying with shrimp or tuna as a replacement for the chicken. Also, herby mixed greens instead of arugula make a nice alternative.

Zane

Make this with toasted, skinned hazelnuts, raspberries or seedless grapes, romaine, or mixed greens, and bits of Gorgonzola or similar cheese. Toss with a raspberry vinaigrette.

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Rotisserie Chicken Salad With Greens and Herbs Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients for chicken salad? ›

How do you make rotisserie chicken taste better? ›

Use your favorite preserves, chutney, barbecue sauce, or build your own thick and sticky concoction to coat the bird with. Think honey and lemon or brown sugar and soy sauce; just be mindful of how much salt the glaze contains as most store-bought rotisserie chickens are already seasoned with salt.

Should the chicken in chicken salad be hot or cold? ›

Warming that chicken before adding it to your salad would return it to its juicy, satisfying best. If you cook chicken ahead of time and chill it, be sure to let it come to at least room temperature before adding it to a salad.

What are the best ingredients to put in a salad? ›

Add one or more of these protein-rich foods to your salad:
  • lean meat: chicken or turkey breast, lean steak.
  • lower-fat cheese: light cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, feta, goat cheese.
  • legumes: kidney beans, lentils, chickpeas, white or black beans.
  • eggs: hard boiled.
  • soy products: cubed tofu, edamame.

What are the four 4 components of salad? ›

The basic parts of a salad are the base, the body, the garnish, and the dressing. The five basic types of salad are green salads (tossed or composed), bound, vegetable, fruit, and combination.

What gives chicken the most flavor? ›

Use a brine

Brining your chicken is a foolproof way to not only add flavour to your roast but also to ensure you don't overcook the meat. Essentially a mix of salt, sugar and water, we love adding herbs, garlic or whole spices such as fennel and cumin to flavour the brine.

How can I make my salad more flavorful? ›

12 Easy Ways to Make Salad Taste Amazing – Seriously
  1. Make Your Salad a Spectacle. ...
  2. Mix and Match Leaves. ...
  3. Upgrade Your Salad Dressings. ...
  4. Massage Your Salad Greens. ...
  5. Toss in Cooked Veggies. ...
  6. Add Fresh Herbs. ...
  7. Sweeten with Fruit. ...
  8. Heat Your Salad Dressing.
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Why does my salad taste bland? ›

If your salad tastes bland despite having a ton of flavorful ingredients in it, it probably just needs some salt.

Why does Costco rotisserie chicken taste so good? ›

At high concentrations, salt greatly enhances the experience of umami. Consequently, large amounts of salt are often added to savory food products and commercially prepared rotisserie chickens are no different. For example, a three-ounce serving of Costco's famous rotisserie contains 460 milligrams of salt.

What is a good side dish for rotisserie chicken? ›

To complete your rotisserie meal, here are some of the best side dishes to indulge in!
  • Mashed Potatoes. Mashed potatoes are one of the most loved side dishes - and for good reason! ...
  • Garlic Broccoli. Broccoli is packed with antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. ...
  • Buttery Cornbread. ...
  • Macaroni and Cheese. ...
  • Rice Pilaf.

How do they make rotisserie chicken so juicy? ›

One of the key secrets to achieving juicy and flavorful rotisserie chicken lies in the art of brining. Brining involves soaking the chicken in a saltwater solution infused with herbs, spices and aromatics. This process not only enhances moisture retention but also imparts depth of flavor to the meat.

What not to do when preparing chicken salad? ›

To ensure that your chicken salad tastes the way that it should, you should avoid using overcooked or dry chicken in your recipe. Unfortunately, as we cook chicken, the moisture of the bird slowly evaporates.

What can I eat chicken salad with? ›

Eat it on lettuce wraps: Want a lower-carb way to enjoy this chicken salad? Wrap it up in some romaine lettuce leaves for a crunchy, refreshing, and delicious way to eat this recipe! Scoop it with crackers: My favorite way to eat this chicken salad is alongside crackers. It's the classic way to enjoy this recipe!

Can I eat cold chicken in a salad? ›

A cold chicken Caesar salad is a satisfying and flavorful way to enjoy leftover chicken. Toss cold chicken with crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing for a classic and delicious salad option.

What is the main ingredient of a salad? ›

Pieces of vegetables, fruits, eggs, or grains mixed with a sauce. Garden salads use a base of leafy greens such as lettuce, arugula or rocket, kale or spinach; they are common enough that the word salad alone often refers specifically to garden salads.

What are the components of salad ingredients? ›

Base: usually a layer of salad greens that line the plate or bowl in which the salad will be served. Body: consists of the main ingredients. Garnish: enhances the appearance while also complementing the overall taste; must be edible. Salad dressings: are liquids or semi-liquids used to flavor salads.

What are the ingredients in the body of a salad? ›

The base includes various types of lettuce, greens, romaine, etc. The body is usually a protein like chicken or ham. The dressing can be either a mayonnaise base or vinaigrette. The Garnish is often parsley, basil, chives or olives - something to compliment the colors in the salad.

How good is homemade chicken salad good for? ›

It's tempting to stir up a big batch so that we can enjoy leftovers for a few days. But how long is it safe to keep chicken salad on hand? The short answer is to store chicken salad in a sealed container in the fridge or cooler for no more than four days.

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