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Portable Picnic Chicken

Updated May 15, 2009
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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups
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These portable chicken recipes are perfect for summer picnics, family reunions, or dinners on the go.

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Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches
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Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe

If you don't want to make all eight sandwiches at once, simply keep the chicken salad in the cooler or refrigerator and assemble the sandwiches as desired.

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Fried Chicken Bites

Fried Chicken Bites
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Allison R. Banks

Fried Chicken Bites Recipe

Perfect for a picnic and totally kid friendly, these spicy fried chicken nuggets are great dipped in honey mustard or blue cheese dressing.

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Chicken Muffuletta

Chicken Muffuletta
Credit: Jan Smith

Chicken Muffuletta Recipe

This light version of the classic New Orleans-style sandwich can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Just wrap the assembled loaves tightly in heavy-duty plastic wrap and refrigerate or keep in a cooler until it’s time to serve.

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Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Spicy Pecans

Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Spicy Pecans
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Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Spicy Pecans Recipe

This sweet, crunchy salad tastes great on its own. It also makes a good sandwich on toasted multigrain bread or in a whole-wheat pita with watercress.

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Chicken-Arugula Focaccia Sandwiches

Chicken-Arugula Focaccia Sandwiches
Credit: Randy Mayor; Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Chicken-Arugula Focaccia Sandwiches Recipe

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.

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Chicken Salad with Olive Vinaigrette

Chicken Salad with Olive Vinaigrette
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Chicken Salad with Olive Vinaigrette Recipe

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.

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Spiced Cold Chicken

Spiced Cold Chicken
Credit: Anna Williams

Spiced Cold Chicken Recipe

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.

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Asian Chicken Slaw

Asian Chicken Slaw
Credit: Lee Harrelson

Asian Chicken Slaw Recipe

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.

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Chicken-Penne Salad with Green Beans

Chicken-Penne Salad with Green Beans
Credit: Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Chicken-Penne Salad with Green Beans Recipe

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.

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Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas

Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas
Credit: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas Recipe

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.

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

Chicken and Couscous Salad
Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Fonda Shaia

Chicken and Couscous Salad Recipe

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.

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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups
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Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups Recipe

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.

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    1 of 12 Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches
    2 of 12 Fried Chicken Bites
    3 of 12 Chicken Muffuletta
    4 of 12 Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Spicy Pecans
    5 of 12 Chicken-Arugula Focaccia Sandwiches
    6 of 12 Chicken Salad with Olive Vinaigrette
    7 of 12 Spiced Cold Chicken
    8 of 12 Asian Chicken Slaw
    9 of 12 Chicken-Penne Salad with Green Beans
    10 of 12 Pineapple Chicken Salad Pitas
    11 of 12 Chicken and Couscous Salad
    12 of 12 Chicken and Bacon Roll-Ups

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