CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO DRESSING
Provided by Layla
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- To cook chicken: In a medium bowl or ziplock bag, combine the chicken, olive oil and spices. Mix until chicken is fully coated. Pre-heat a medium heavy duty pan to medium high heat. Place chicken in pan and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until chicken is tender and inside is cooked. Cool in pan for 3-4 minutes then transfer to a cutting board. Cut into slices or cubes. While the chicken is cooking, chop all ingredients for the salad and place in a large bowl.
- To make dressing: Combine all the ingredients for the dressing in a blender or food processor. pulse for 1 minute or until the dressing is creamy. Add more water as needed. Dressing will keep fresh covered in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- To assemble: Serve salad in a large bowl or assemble into two small salad plates. Divide romaine lettuce and baby spinach onto two plates. top each plate with tomatoes, onion, and feta cheese. Serve with dressing on the side or drizzle dressing onto salads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKEN, CITRUS & AVOCADO
Categories Salad Chicken Leafy Green Brunch Sauté Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Dinner Lunch Orange Avocado Winter
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, place the lime juice. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Mix in the onion, serrano chile, ancho chile powder and cumin to make a dressing. Season the dressing to taste with salt and black pepper. Transfer 2 tablespoons of the dressing to another small bowl and brush over the chicken. Let the chicken stand while preparing the remaining ingredients. Using a thin, sharp knife, remove the skin and white pith from the oranges. Cut them lengthwise in quarters, then slice crosswise. In a large bowl, combine the oranges, tomatoes and cilantro. Heat a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken, cover the pan, and cook until just cooked through, 5-8 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of the chicken. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let cool for 10 minutes. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with the oranges and tomatoes. Mix in half of the remaining dressing. Add the romaine and the remaining dressing and toss to coat. Season the salad to taste with salt and black pepper. Gently fold in the avocado and serve right away. Serves 4.
CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, FETA AND AVOCADO
Like any good chopped salad, the lettuce here is in equal balance with the other ingredients, making this a great choice for those who are less than enthusiastic about leafy greens. Creamy feta and avocado mingle with briny olives and capers while cucumbers and finely chopped romaine provide crunch. Use this recipe as a template for making the most of ingredients you have on hand; radishes, cherry tomatoes or diced onion would all be welcome here. The same flexibility applies for the croutons: Stale bread works, of course, but even leftover hot dog buns, pita bread or oyster crackers become excellent little croutons when toasted in the oven.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the diced bread on a sheet pan, drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss, then bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until well toasted. Set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, place the romaine pieces in a large mixing bowl, along with the chickpeas, cucumber, olives and scallions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 6 tablespoons olive oil with the vinegar, capers, shallots, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and whisk well. Pour enough dressing over the salad to moisten; toss well. Add the avocado, feta and herbs and toss gently, adding more dressing to taste. Top with the croutons and a generous sprinkle of herbs and serve.
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