Description
Peach Basil Chicken Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances sweet, juicy peaches with tender chicken and aromatic basil. This delightful salad is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch at home, providing a burst of flavor in every bite. With its colorful presentation and nutritious ingredients, it’s a great option for meal prep or serving to impress family and friends. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving styles, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe peaches (peeled and cubed)
- 2 large cooked chicken breasts (shredded)
- 3 ribs of celery (chopped)
- 1/2 cup green onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup sweet red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 ripe peach for dressing (peeled and quartered)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cubed peaches, chopped celery, green onion, and sweet red bell pepper. Set aside.
- In a food processor or blender, blend the dressing ingredients: quartered peach, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped basil, vinegar, salt, sugar, ground pepper, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.
- Serve on rolls for a sandwich option or on a bed of lettuce for a lighter meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg