These portable chicken recipes are perfect for summer picnics, family reunions, or dinners on the go.
Serve Mediterranean Grilled Chicken for a weeknight dinner and revive the leftovers into this easy-to-pack sandwich. The spices have time to mellow overnight and are fantastic when paired with crisp arugula and rosemary focaccia bread.
Israeli couscous, tangy vinaigrette, and tender chicken breast come together with minimal effort. For your next picnic, look for a comfortable shady area and bring a colorful blanket to set a relaxed tone for lounging.
With only 6 ingredients, this recipe comes together in a flash. Since it's served cold, make sure you keep it in the cooler until you're ready to dig in.
Recipe: Spiced Cold Chicken
This low-calorie meal has fresh ethnic flavors and rings in at about 150 calories per serving. Mix, toss and serve for a fast fix or pack for the ideal brown-bag special. The melding of flavors only improves with time in the refrigerator.
Recipe: Asian Chicken Slaw
Great for a summer picnic or casual dinner party, this colorful combination will shine at any occasion. Here's a quick tip: Use two forks to shred the chicken breast. The texture of shredded chicken allows it to hold the dressing more easily.
Kick up your traditional chicken salad with fresh pineapple, crunchy carrots, and toasted almonds. Stuff the chicken salad in a pita, serve with a side of baked chips and find a shade tree at the park to enjoy.
Recipe: Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas
Grab your leftover chicken from last night and toss it into this speedy salad. The entire meal is ready in less than 20 minutes and can be served warm or cold.
Recipe: Chicken and Couscous Salad
Smoky bacon adds a rustic flare while the zesty mayonnaise seals the deal on great taste. This wrap can be on your table or in a lunch box in 15 minutes or less and using a rotisserie chicken will cut down on the prep time.
Recipe: Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups
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