Apricot Almond Chicken Salad

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Apricot almond chicken salad an all white meat chicken salad with sweet apricots, crunchy almonds, and tangy fresh tarragon. 

Chicken Salad with ApricotsI can’t believe it’s been nearly 8 years since I first published this Chicken Salad with Apricots, Almonds and Tarragon.

It was one of the first posts I published when I first started my site on May 31st, 2011. It was originally published on July 11th, 2011. Back then, I wrote a bit of poetry, and then threw in a recipe or three! I had no idea what I was doing on the back-end of my website for sure. I’ve updated this recipe, added a video and eliminated the poetry. (insert sad face) (I’ve also added affiliate links which help maintain and run my site…thank you!)

I seriously love chicken salad, especially when the weather starts to warm up. It’s a great way to use of leftover chicken or turkey. While my family tends to prefer chicken thighs for grilling or frying, because they’re juicier, I think a good chicken salad is best with white meat. But feel free to use whatever you prefer. This is a copycat version of one that I had many years ago in a local Pasadena restaurant. Trader Joe’s made a version for a while and then stopped. I loved it so much, that I had to make my own version. Chicken Salad with Apricots and Tarragon.The slightly sweet apricots, tangy thyme and crunchy almonds are a delicious combination. Chicken salads are great for potlucks,  baby or bridal showers, especially when served on a bed of field greens. All of my chicken salads have some sort of combination of fruit, nuts and herbs like this  Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

chicken salad cranberries, walnuts, tart apples and rosemary. Naturally gluten free!

Chicken salad with cranberries, walnuts, tart apples and rosemary.

or Coronation Chicken Salad.

Coronation Chicken Salad on a bed of lettuce.

Coronation Chicken Salad on a bed of lettuce.

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5 from 11 votes
Chicken Salad with Apricots and Tarragon.
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Apricot Almond Chicken Salad
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

Creamy chicken salad with sweet apricots, crunchy almonds, and tangy fresh tarragon. It's low carb and gluten free.

Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 520 kcal
Author: Cynthia McCloud Woodman
Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2/3 cups dried apricots chopped
  • 1/2 cup almonds coarsely chopped
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon chopped
  • 1 tsp. Coleman's dried mustard
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients everything together and chill. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

Nutrition Facts
Apricot Almond Chicken Salad
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 520 Calories from Fat 324
% Daily Value*
Fat 36g55%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 90mg30%
Sodium 258mg11%
Potassium 618mg18%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 31g62%
Vitamin A 840IU17%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 72mg7%
Iron 2.6mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Delicious Chicken Salad with Apricots, Almonds and Tarragon. Gluten free, paleo and low-carb!

Delicious Chicken Salad with Apricots, Almonds and Tarragon. Gluten free, paleo and low-carb!

 

Comments

  2. Christina says

    5 stars
    I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a pretty chicken salad! I totally understand your feelings with cooking being your passion…I feel the same way. It’s not always zen, but the feeling after creating something out of many different ingredients is so satisfying and uplifting. I just can’t understand when people say they don’t like to cook or bake…I just can’t relate!

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  3. Debi @ Life Currents says

    I’ve always thought that cooking was like meditation for me. It’s a peaceful place where I can go and create. Thanks for sharing your zen thoughts. I especially like #5 for some reason it resonates with me.
    My mom loves chicken salad, I’ll have to make this for her. Thanks for sharing your recipe on Foodie Parties. I’ve pinned and stumbled it.

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    • Cynthia says

      Debi, I haven’t read that one for a long time…but #5 is my favorite too! I’m always in “A” mode, when I finally slowed down listened to my soul, it was whispering.

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  14. Jeff the Chef says

    What a yum fest! I always like a mustard-mayo combo. I messed around with a million variations of chicken salad as part of my take-to-work lunch a while back, and apricots and almonds rose quickly to the top of the list. Plus, anything with tarragon always seems so elegant. Nice recipe!

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  23. Hope says

    5 stars
    I’m loving the sound of apricots, almonds and tarragon in this salad. I don’t think I have tried that combination before – I need to!

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  2. […] Apricot and Ginger Glazed Chicken was one of those last minute dishes I created on a busy weeknight. Mondays always seem to be the most hectic. It seems that I’m always scrambling a bit for a last-minute dinner idea. We eat a lot of chicken. A LOT of chicken! Any twist on the same old grilled or baked chicken is always well received. I keep a jar of apricot preserves in my fridge at all times. I actually never put it on toast, it’s merely for cooking and baking purposes. Seriously. Apricot jam is the “secret” ingredient in most baked goods, and it’s what gives pies and pastries that lovely sheen. I also love the combination of apricot and chicken, like this Apricot Almond Chicken Salad. […]

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