Overnight Layered Chicken Salad Recipes

LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD

This cool main-dish salad really hits the spot during the warm summer months. Plus, its colorful layers look so appealing. Served with a roll or muffin, it's a complete meal. -Kay Bridgeman, Lexington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

Layered Chicken Salad image

Steps:

In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer 1-1/2 cups chicken and the lettuce. Combine rice, peas and parsley; spoon over lettuce. Layer with tomatoes, cucumber, peppers and remaining chicken. Combine the first 10 dressing ingredients; spoon over salad. Garnish with red pepper and parsley if desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hour or overnight. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Ingredients

3 cups cubed cooked chicken, divided
2 cups torn lettuce
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon dill seed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Sweet red pepper rings and fresh parsley sprigs, optional

MAKE-AHEAD HEARTY SIX-LAYER SALAD

This salad is an all-time favorite. I reach for the recipe whenever I need a dish to pass. It's easy to make, can be assembled ahead of time and looks great. -Noreen Meyer, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Make-Ahead Hearty Six-Layer Salad image

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. , Place the lettuce in a 2-1/2-qt. glass serving bowl; top with pasta and eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with chicken and peas. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until blended; spread over top. Refrigerate, covered, for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 large hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

SUMMER LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD

You can pull off a delicious and fabulous-looking layered chicken salad in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Summer Layered Chicken Salad image

Steps:

In deep 3-quart salad bowl, place half of the lettuce. Layer with chicken, cheese, pecan halves, remaining lettuce and strawberries.
In small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Ingredients

7 cups torn romaine lettuce (from 1 head)
2 packages (9 oz each) frozen fully cooked chicken breast strips (not breaded), thawed (4 cups)
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 4 oz)
1 cup pecan halves (4 oz)
1 quart fresh strawberries, quartered (3 cups)
1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

LAYERED OVERNIGHT SALAD

An excellent layered salad for a potluck. Often a big hit! Not sure why, but it's best when you let it rest in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Provided by Sidewinder314

Categories Potluck

Time 45m

Yield 1 large serving bowl, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Layered Overnight Salad image

Steps:

Chop head of lettuce and place in base of a glass bowl. Layer with 1/2 cup of green onions, celery slices, water chestnut slices, mushroom slices, and peas.
Spread mayonnaise evenly over peas. Sprinkle with sugar, then garlic powder, and then Lawry's Seasoned Salt. Sprinkle top with parmesan cheese.
Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight (overnight recommended).
Just prior to serving, cover entire top with tomato slices and then with sliced hard-boiled eggs. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup of green onions and crumbled, freshly cooked bacon (not bacon bits!).
Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 90.1, Sodium 382.7, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 11.8

Ingredients

1 medium head iceberg lettuce
3/4 cup green onion (thinly sliced)
1 cup celery (thinly sliced)
10 ounces water chestnuts (pre-sliced)
1/4 lb fresh mushrooms (sliced)
10 ounces frozen peas (separated)
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
3/4 cup bacon (crumbled)
3 hard-boiled eggs (thinly sliced)
3 medium red beefsteak tomatoes