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RCI-MT.004.0392.001

Fresh Melon Chicken Salad

Poultry Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 6-8

Prep35 min
Cook15 min
Total50 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

Method

1
Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
3 minutes
2
Stir in the uncooked rice and reduce heat to low, then cover and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
15 minutes
3
Transfer the cooked rice to a bowl and allow it to cool to room temperature.
5 minutes
4
Set this dressing aside.
5
Drain the canned chicken in a colander and add it to the cooled rice.
6
Fold the diced cantaloupe, honeydew, and strawberries into the rice and chicken mixture gently.
7
Pour the yogurt-honey dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
8
Divide the salad among serving bowls or plates and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.