Basil Cashew Chicken Salad Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful chicken salad with a surprising twist! This recipe combines the deliciousness of basil and chicken, along with crunchy cashews, creating a creamy and satisfying sandwich filling ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 152.5 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Cashew Chicken Salad

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0 Cooked White Rice
  • 0 Red Seedless Grapes
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 0 Dried Onion Flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup roasted cashews, chopped
  • 0 Feta Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Basil Cashew Chicken Salad

  1. Cook chicken breast until fully cooked. Shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Combine cooked chicken, chopped basil, cashews, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lemon juice for extra tang or salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately on your favorite bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

12g

Carbs

6g