Summer already feels like it’s just flying by! We’ve been keeping busy with finishing up our kitchen renovation and running around with the kids. Olivia graduated and will be heading off to university in the fall and Bridget has been helping at a local horse stable. I’ve been working and getting lots of use of my new kitchen. It’s a dream to cook in and was well worth the stress and money!
Since it’s often just John and I around, I’ve been looking for recipes that serve two people. I found an awesome recipe for Mustard Chicken Salad on the Chicken Farmers of Canada website. I loved that it’s lighter, packed full of healthy veggies and protein and isn’t short on flavour. I’ve been known to use mustard as a dipping sauce. It pairs perfectly with chicken and this recipe does not disappoint.
The only thing I changed was the jalapeno peppers. My grocery store was out of them. Feel free to add them in if you want some extra heat.
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Mustard Chicken Salad
This easy salad recipe is perfect to serve at a backyard BBQ (just double or triple the recipe to feed more people) and also is wonderful for a summer picnic. It keeps nicely in the fridge and the veggies still keep their crunchy texture.
Use up leftover chicken, bake or grill some chicken breasts. Breasts are my favourite cut of chicken and I use them often as main ingredients in my recipes. They are versatile, healthy, tender and flavourful. In this salad, the mustard dressing packs a big punch of flavour without being too overwhelming.
When I’m shopping, I always read the labels and look for the Raised by a Canadian Farmer logo on the chicken I buy. I like knowing where my food comes from. Plus, Canadian chicken is raised to the highest possible standards for food safety and animal care. Quality matters and I know I can count on Canadian chicken to deliver my family an awesome product. If you don’t see the label at your local store, ask a manager and tell them why it matters to you. Hopefully, more retailers will get on board with the program if it’s something Canadians want.
Check out the recipe index on the Chicken Farmers of Canada site. They have lots of lighter chicken meals and salads that are perfect for summer. I recommend bookmarking their page so you can find it quickly when you need some inspiration.
I’d love to hear what summer chicken recipes you are eating these days. I’m always looking for new ones to try!
You might also like this Famous Curried Chicken Salad, Hot Chicken Salad, Greek Chicken Salad or picnic food.
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Mustard Chicken Salad
Packed full of yum! This small-batch chicken salad has yellow and Dijon mustard plus a little ranch dressing for the most flavorful lunch ever.
Ingredients
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked, thinly sliced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 4 celery sticks, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 3 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Ranch salad dressing
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add chicken and vegetables to a medium bowl.
- Add yellow mustard, Dijon mustard and Ranch dressing. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 213Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 548mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 21g
J says
For backyard BBQs, we definitely take advantage of the grill after the meat is done and place a few wrapped potatoes for easy baked potatoes.
J says
Even better – once the potatoes are done, add shredded bbq chicken and a few other ingredients and everyone gets to enjoy the easiest loaded chicken baked potatoes. Total favorite around here.
dave says
I like a good Chicken Caesar salad
Donna Durie says
Chicken/Broccoli casserole is a family favourite.
caroline m. says
wow, the blue tortilla crusted baked chicken looks delicious
Diane G says
Chicken Caesar is my Fav Chicken salad.
Nena Sinclair says
I love adding grilled chicken to my pasta salads.
Marsha Arditti says
Thai chicken salad
Lisa B. says
I have a one-dish chicken meal with chicken thighs, tomatoes and onions with balsamic glaze and a hint of lime oil. It’s delish and easy to make!
Heather says
I love making roasted vegetables on the BBQ!!! Another favourite is kale caesar salad MMMM
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
I am so glad that the jalapeno peppers were sold out, lol. I’d probably have to cut down on the mustard too but I do love chicken so I’d give this a try in the summertime.