15 Top-Rated Chicken Salad Recipes

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These cool, creamy chicken salads are our top reviewer picks! Which has your vote for the best-ever chicken salad recipe? You may just have to try them all. Not that you'd mind.

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Feta Chicken Salad

Molly

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"This is a new standard at our house. Even family and friends who don't like feta have loved this recipe," says Daria H.

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Carol's Chicken Salad

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"I made this for my daughter's first birthday party (we had about 50 adults). Everyone LOVED it, and I sent the recipe to all via email afterward." — momof2plustwins

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Basic Chicken Salad

Lori

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"Simple, but with lots of flavor. I make it all the time when it's too hot to cook," Caroline says.

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Fruity Curry Chicken Salad

DIZ

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"Best chicken salad I've ever had! Everyone in my family really enjoyed it! The sweet and salty match perfectly together." — tsqad8

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Sesame Pasta Chicken Salad

chibi chef

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"This recipe was a definite crowdpleaser. I brought it to a picnic and it was gone before dinner time!" — Esmee Willams

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Becky's Chicken Salad

sanzoe

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"I'm not usually a fan of sweet chicken salads, but this one is amazing!" — LibbyB

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Chinese Chicken Salad III

Maisan Djuhadi

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"Yum, yum! I really liked the sweet and mild spiciness of the dressing and the green onions, carrots, and the wontons add a crunchy texture." — KEGGER317

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My Favorite Chicken Salad

Kim's Cooking Now

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"I'm a huge fan of chicken salad and have tried so many different variations over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. Simple, refreshing flavors and great texture make it wonderful on a sandwich or just served over a bed of lettuce!" — SunnyDaysNora

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Holiday Chicken Salad

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"I'm on a chicken salad binge. There are many great recipes for it on this site, but this one is almost perfect," says Maggie McGuire. "The addition of poultry seasoning and garlic powder to the mayo and some minced red onion makes it superb."

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The Best Chicken Salad Ever

Chris Slaughter

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"This is indeed the best chicken salad I've ever made. I served this at my son's birthday party. The kids actually ate it. Many parents have since asked for the recipe." — DBUSH

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Chicken Salad with Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato

Dianne

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"My family LOVED this salad. The mix of flavors was terrific. I served it over a bed of shredded lettuce and it made a beautiful and very simple dinner for a hot summer day. There was enough leftover for one lunch the next day and we fought over who would get it. I will make this again and again!" — MESSY COOK

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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

CookinBug

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"Really, really good! I made this for my husband who loves anything buffalo chicken-related, and he really enjoyed it. I didn't think it would be up my alley but I loved it, too!" — CookinBug

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Almond Chicken Salad

momevans4x

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"This salad was quick and easy to make. I put it on a bed of spinach, and it was awesome. Great to take for lunch or as a light dinner," Tara says.

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Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad

SunnyByrd

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"Sometimes the simplest recipes turn out to be some of the best! I love chicken salad and I had one leftover herb grilled chicken breast and some fresh basil in the fridge and didn't know what to make for lunch. What a pleasant surprise this little recipe turned out to be," Jillian says. "This chicken salad was creamy and delicious."

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Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad

Shearone

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"Excellent! This is my favorite chicken salad recipe. Easy to put together fresh and flavorful. The dill adds the perfect touch. Rotisserie chicken works well in this recipe too and is a great timesaver. I make this a lot for light suppers during the summer." — ANN MARIE01

Find more top-rated chicken salad recipes, perfect for fancy brunch or for a simple and delicious sandwich.

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15 Top-Rated Chicken Salad Recipes

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Feta Chicken Salad

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Carol's Chicken Salad

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Basic Chicken Salad

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Fruity Curry Chicken Salad

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Sesame Pasta Chicken Salad

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Becky's Chicken Salad

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Chinese Chicken Salad III

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My Favorite Chicken Salad

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Holiday Chicken Salad

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The Best Chicken Salad Ever

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Chicken Salad with Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato

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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

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Almond Chicken Salad

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Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad

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Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad

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