Best Chicken Caprese Wedge Salad With Bacon Recipes

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CAPRESE CHICKEN WITH BACON



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Smoky bacon, fresh basil, ripe tomatoes and gooey mozzarella top this appealing chicken caprese recipe. The aroma as it bakes is irresistible! -Tammy Hayden, Quincy, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 bacon strips
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 plum tomatoes, sliced
6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place bacon in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until partially cooked but not crisp, 8-10 minutes. Remove to paper towels to drain., Place chicken in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan; brush with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with tomatoes and basil. Wrap each in 2 bacon strips, arranging bacon in a crisscross., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 15-20 minutes. Top with cheese; bake until melted, 1 minute longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 821mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 47g protein.

CHICKEN CAPRESE WEDGE SALAD WITH BACON



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Enjoy the best of both worlds with our Chicken Caprese Wedge Salad with Bacon. This caprese wedge salad is a fusion of two delicious salads that incorporates bacon, romaine, fresh mozzarella, rotisserie chicken and more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 slices OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Bacon
1 head romaine lettuce, cut lengthwise into quarters
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
3 oz. ciliegine fresh mozzarella (cherry size), cut in half
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Place bacon in single layer on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 1 min. Transfer to cutting board; coarsely chop bacon. Reserve for later use.
  • Place 1 lettuce wedge on each of 4 serving plates.
  • Top with all remaining ingredients except dressing.
  • Drizzle with dressing just before serving; sprinkle with reserved bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 750 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

CHICKEN WEDGE SALAD



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Dinner ready in 20 minutes! Enjoy this flavorful chicken and bacon salad - a delicious meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices bacon
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 oz crumbled blue cheese (3/4 cup)
1 head iceberg lettuce, cored, cut into 6 wedges
2 packages (6 oz each) refrigerated cooked chicken breast strips
1 large apple, chopped (about 2 cups)
3/4 cup chopped red onion
3/4 cup glazed walnuts (from 3.5-oz bag)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar and blue cheese.
  • On each of 6 serving plates, place 1 lettuce wedge. Arrange chicken, apple, onion and walnuts around each wedge. Drizzle with blue cheese dressing; sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 6 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN SALAD CAPRESE



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This unique, flavorful salad and bread combo will get rave reviews-guaranteed. -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups salad (6-1/2 dozen crostini).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
CROSTINI:
2 French bread baguettes (10-1/2 ounces each)
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, garlic, salt and pepper; drizzle over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Cut baguettes into 1/2-in. slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 2-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut garlic in half lengthwise; rub over bread. Brush with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until crisp. Serve crostini with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BACON CAPRESE SALAD



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In summer, I am always looking for ways to use the fresh basil and tomatoes that grow in my herb garden. This recipe combines the two flavors in a wonderful salad that you can make any time of year! -Mary Ann Turk, Joplin, MO

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange cheese, tomatoes and spinach on a large serving platter; top with bacon, basil and green onions. Just before serving, drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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