Best Chicken Chopped Salad Recipes

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ASIAN CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Asian Chicken Chopped Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breasts, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic clove, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, garlic clove, ginger, romaine lettuces, red cabbage, carrots, green onion, cilantro, almond slice, fried wonton chip

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 tablespoon ginger, chopped
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 garlic clove, grated
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
2 romaine lettuces, chopped
1 cup red cabbage
½ cup carrots, grated
¼ cup green onion, chopped
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
¼ cup almond slice
¼ cup fried wonton chip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients.
  • Add chicken into the bowl, coat the chicken, and marinate for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Fully cook chicken.
  • Cut into cubes.
  • In a mason jar, combine ingredients for the dressing. Shake and set aside.
  • Prep the salad. Add all of the salad ingredients into a large bowl and add the cubed chicken and dressing. Toss.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 8 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



Grilled Chicken Chopped Salad image

Layered desserts always grab my family's attention, but salads? Not so much. I wondered if I could get everyone on board by presenting a healthy salad in an eye-catching way. I'm happy to say that it worked. -Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound chicken tenderloins
6 tablespoons zesty Italian salad dressing, divided
2 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1 medium red onion, quartered
2 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 bunch romaine, chopped
1 medium cucumber, chopped
Additional salad dressing, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss chicken with 4 tablespoons dressing. Brush zucchini and onion with remaining 2 tablespoons dressing., Place corn, zucchini and onion on a grill rack over medium heat; close lid. Grill zucchini and onion 2-3 minutes on each side or until tender. Grill corn 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until no longer pink., Cut corn from cobs; cut zucchini, onion and chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a 3-qt. trifle bowl or other glass bowl, layer romaine, cucumber, grilled vegetables and chicken. If desired, serve with additional dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BBQ CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad image

This healthy salad was adapted from one I ate at California Pizza Kitchen. The lime juice intensified by the jicama draws out the flavor of the vegetables, so an oil- or cream-based dressing is not necessary.

Provided by Shanon

Categories     Salad

Time 21m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup peeled, shredded jicama
1 cup shredded carrots
4 scallions, thinly sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 limes, divided
1 (6 ounce) package cooked chicken breast strips (such as Foster Farms®)
2 tablespoons barbeque sauce
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed

Steps:

  • Mix lettuce, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, jicama, carrots, scallions, basil, and cilantro together in a large bowl. Juice 2 limes and drizzle juice over salad; toss lightly.
  • Combine chicken and barbeque sauce in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until chicken is warmed through, about 45 seconds.
  • Arrange chicken and avocado on top of the salad and squeeze remaining lime over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 580.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKEN



Italian Chopped Salad with Chicken image

Don't let the ingredient list fool you-this summery chicken salad is so simple! Prepare it in the morning; let it chill all day; and then toss with the dressing right before you serve it. For another spin, I sometimes add fresh grilled corn. -Daniel Anderson, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 pound sliced pancetta or bacon strips, chopped
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
10 cups iceberg lettuce blend
1 cup cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small red onion, chopped
1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup cubed pepper Jack cheese
1/2 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients; sprinkle with pancetta. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHICKEN CHOPPED MEDITERRANEAN SALAD WITH FETA VINAIGRETTE



Chicken Chopped Mediterranean Salad with Feta Vinaigrette image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 precooked chicken breasts, diced
1 (10-ounce) bag romaine hearts
1 English cucumber, sliced
1 cup chopped kalamata olives
1/2 medium red onion, diced
1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning (recommended: Spice Islands)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, plus extra for garnish
3 Roma tomatoes, sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl large enough for tossing salad, add diced chicken breast.
  • Chop the romaine and add to salad bowl. Toss in the cucumber, olives and red onion and set aside.
  • In a sealable jar or container with a lid, combine red wine vinaigrette, Greek seasoning and crumbled feta cheese. Seal lid and shake vigorously.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Divide among chilled salad plates and garnish with extra crumbled feta cheese and sliced tomatoes.

PAN-ROASTED GARLIC AND HERB CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHOPPED SALAD AND CREAMY CAPER DRESSING



Pan-Roasted Garlic and Herb Chicken Breasts with Chopped Salad and Creamy Caper Dressing image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (a few large handfuls), chopped
1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco (eyeball it)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 6-to 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
4 tablespoons mayonnaise, plain yogurt, or sour cream
3 tablespoons capers, drained, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (eyeball it)
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 pint yellow cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 large head of radicchio, thinly sliced
6 scallions, thinly sliced
1 seedless cucumber, cut in quarters lengthwise, then sliced into bite-size pieces
Crusty bread, sliced and toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • In a shallow dish, combine the garlic, parsley, hot sauce, 3 tablespoons of the EVOO, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat in the mixture; marinate for 5 minutes.
  • While the chicken is marinating, in a bowl combine the mayonnaise with the capers, red wine vinegar, dill, mustard, and some pepper. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons of the EVOO.
  • Preheat a large nonstick oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the hot pan and brown on each side for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the chicken for about 15 minutes, or until it is cooked through.
  • While the chicken is roasting, in a salad bowl combine the cherry tomatoes, radicchio, scallions, and cucumbers. Pour the creamy caper dressing over the chopped veggies and toss to combine.
  • Serve the chicken breasts whole or sliced with some of the dressed chopped salad and the toasted bread.

CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKEN, COUSCOUS, AND VEGETABLES



Chopped Salad with Chicken, Couscous, and Vegetables image

Categories     Salad     Chicken     No-Cook     Mayonnaise     Parmesan     Dried Fruit     Basil     Arugula     Fall     Couscous     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1 cup mayonnaise
1 shallot, halved
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup grated Asiago cheese*
1/3 cup dried currants
1/3 cup shelled pumpkin seeds
1 10-ounce package plain couscous, cooked according to package instructions (about 5 cups)
3 cups coarsely chopped arugula
1 pound plum tomatoes, seeded, diced (about 2 cups)
2 grilled chicken breast halves, diced
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears)

Steps:

  • Blend basil leaves, mayonnaise, and shallot in processor until smooth. Gradually blend in buttermilk and lemon juice. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Mix Asiago cheese, currants, and pumpkin seeds in medium bowl.
  • Using 1/6 of couscous, 1/6 of arugula, 1/6 of tomatoes, 1/6 of chicken, 1/6 of corn, and 1/6 of Asiago cheese mixture, form rows on each of 6 plates. Serve, passing dressing separately.
  • Available at specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

TEX-MEX CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by gpawilson

Number Of Ingredients 19

DRESSING:
1 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons taco seasoning (hot or mild)
SALAD:
3 cups cooked chicken, cooled and diced
4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped (about 1 head)
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, seeded and diced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
4 to 5 green onions, sliced
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
4 ounces sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
OPTIONAL GARNISHES:
Diced jalapeño
Toasted pumpkin seeds
Diced avocado or jicama

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the dressing ingredients together and then refrigerate until ready for use. In a large bowl, toss the salad ingredients together. Add a little dressing at a time and then toss until lightly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



Chicken Chopped Salad image

Lime dressing gives lively flavor to this crunchy salad tossed with peaches, peppers and peanuts. The unusual combination is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey and packs well for lunches or picnics. It's also terrific with the addition of grapefruit sections or pineapple tidbits. -Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chopped or torn mixed salad greens
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) peaches, drained and chopped
1 cup chopped sweet red or yellow pepper
1/3 cup thawed limeade concentrate
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 to 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the limeade concentrate, oil, vinegar, cilantro, ginger and salt; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts :

SHELLS FILLED WITH CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



Shells Filled with Chicken Chopped Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 shells

Number Of Ingredients 18

Kosher salt
12 giant pasta shells (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped baby arugula
1/2 cup diced feta cheese
1/3 cup thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 cooked chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch pieces to yield 1 cup of meat
1/2 avocado, peeled, seeded and finely diced
1/4 fennel bulb, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
12 radicchio leaves from 1 small head

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta shells and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 12 to 13 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • For the dressing: Combine the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic in a small bowl. Gradually add the oil, whisking until the dressing is thick.
  • For the salad: In a large bowl, combine the arugula, feta, tomatoes, salt, pepper, olives, chicken, avocado and fennel.
  • Add the dressing to the salad and toss to coat.
  • Line each shell with a leaf of radicchio, trimming each leaf if too large for the pasta. Fill shells with salad, pressing slightly so salad will adhere. Arrange shells on a platter and serve.

BACON CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



Bacon Chicken Chopped Salad image

Here's one of many reasons we love tomato season. Chopped salads are so simple and such a fantastic way to eat fresh. -Donna Marie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings (1 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (22 ounces) frozen grilled chicken breast strips
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
8 cups chopped romaine
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat chicken according to package directions. Cool slightly; coarsely chop chicken., For dressing, place cheese, vinegar, water and pepper in a small food processor; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a large bowl, combine romaine, chicken, tomatoes and bacon. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 993mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CHOPPED GREEK SALAD WITH CHICKEN



Chopped Greek Salad With Chicken image

The ingredients list look long, but is actually easy to throw together. This is a meal in itself and a good way use up your leftover chicken. Serve with pita bread and/or hummus. Can sub sweet bell peppers for some of the tomatoes and cucumbers. Stay within the recipe's measurements or there may not be enough dressing to coat. From Eating Well.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup sliced ripe black olives
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, oil, dill (or oregano), garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta; toss to coat.

TEX-MEX CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE



Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad Recipe image

Provided by Camille

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 head romaine lettuce, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
2 tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons onion, diced
2 avocados, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried cilantro)
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup light mayo
1 (6 oz) container plain Greek yogurt (I used Chobani)
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
1 tablespoon taco seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together all the salad ingredients, minus the tortilla chips.
  • In a small bowl, mix together salad dressing ingredients. Pour salad dressing over the salad, as much or as little as you like (depending on what you prefer). Top with chips and serve.

ASIAN CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD



Asian Chopped Chicken Salad image

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups kale (chopped)
4 cups shredded cabbage
2/3 cup shredded carrots
2 (8 ounce) cans mandarin oranges (drained)
1/2 cup cooked wonton strips
4 green onions (diced)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and diced)
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons canola oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss together kale, cabbage, carrots, mandarin oranges, wonton strips, green onions, and chicken.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, canola oil, salt, pepper and toasted sesame seeds until sugar has dissolved.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 436 kcal, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 56 mg, Carbohydrate 51 g, Sugar 45 g, Protein 3 mg

CHOPPED GREEK CHICKEN SALAD



Chopped Greek Chicken Salad image

Get out the knife and chopping block and get your favorite Greek salad ingredients ready to shine in this great chopped chicken salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings, 3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast Strips
1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped cucumbers
1/2 cup chopped radishes
1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
1/4 cup ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1290 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g

EASY CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD



Easy Chopped Chicken Salad image

You just can't go wrong with our Easy Chopped Chicken Salad. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare this tasty salad with chicken, cheese, salami and more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups tightly packed chopped romaine lettuce
2 cups tightly packed chopped radicchio
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 cup ditalini pasta, cooked, rinsed
8 slices OSCAR MAYER Hard Salami, chopped
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) CRACKER BARREL Asiago Cheese, chopped
3/4 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 12 g

CHICKEN FINGERS WITH HONEY MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE AND SPICY CHOPPED SALAD



Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce and Spicy Chopped Salad image

Categories     Bread     Salad     Sauce     Chicken     Mustard     Fry     Honey

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons ground dry mustard
2 eggs
2 cups plain bread crumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grainy Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey (3 gobs)
1 bunch of watercress, chopped
6 radishes, thinly sliced
1 seedless cucumber, cut lengthwise, then cut into half-moons
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (a couple of generous handfuls), chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (eyeball it)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (eyeball it)

Steps:

  • In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 1/2 inches vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  • Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Set out 3 shallow dishes: Mix the flour and dry mustard in one. Beat the eggs with a splash of water or milk in a second; and place the bread crumbs in the third dish. Coat the tenders in batches in the flour, then the eggs, and then the bread crumbs. Fry the tenders in small batches, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • While the chicken is frying, in a bowl mix together the mayonnaise, grainy mustard, and honey to taste.
  • For the spicy chopped salad, combine the watercress, radishes, cucumbers, dill, and parsley in a large salad bowl or on a serving platter. Drizzle with the vinegar and EVOO and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Serve the chicken fingers with the honey mustard dipping sauce and spicy chopped salad.

FIESTA CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



Fiesta Chicken Chopped Salad image

Based off of a popular salad, this fiesta chicken chopped salad has so much flavor. It's great for summer and actually healthy. Easy and Delicious.

Provided by Jacob D.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons plain fat-free yogurt
1 tablespoon finely chopped and seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped red bell peppers
2 tablespoons corn and black bean salsa
2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
5 baked corn tortilla chips, broken into bite-sized pieces
3 ounces cooked and chopped skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons water, and mix well.
  • To make the salad, place lettuce in a large bowl (or on a large plate). Top with onion, bell pepper, salsa, cheese, and broken tortilla chips.
  • Toss chicken with parsley, cilantro, and garlic powder. Add to salad, and serve with dressing!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 58.2, Sodium 166.8, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 10, Protein 25

WARM CHOPPED CHICKEN PICATTA SPINACH SALAD



Warm Chopped Chicken Picatta Spinach Salad image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound chicken breast cutlets, 6 pieces
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan
1 tablespoon butter
2 shallots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons capers, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lemon, juiced
2 pounds triple washed spinach, stems discarded, leaves coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large nonstick skillet with 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. When oil ripples, add chicken and cook 3 minutes on each side then remove and let meat rest and cool.
  • To the same skillet, add another tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan, and the butter. Melt butter into extra-virgin olive oil and add the shallots, garlic and capers. Saute 5 minutes then add white wine and reduce 30 seconds. Next, add the juice of 1 lemon and immediately add the spinach - mound up the pan. You will not be able to fit it all in there. Keep turning the spinach and wilting it down until you get it all in there then turn the heat off. Keep some leaves still a bit crisp to vary textures in your salad. Season the spinach with salt and pepper. Chop chicken into little bits and add to the warm salad. Toss to distribute and serve.

AVOCADO AND GRILLED CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD W/ SKINNY CHIPOTLE-LIME RANCH



Avocado and Grilled Chicken Chopped Salad w/ Skinny Chipotle-Lime Ranch image

Categories     Leafy Green     Chicken     Avocado

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, grilled and diced
10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
2 medium avocados, ripe, peeled, cored and diced
1.5 cups fresh corn
1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup light mayo
1/4 cup buttermilk (add more if needed)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 chipotle chile peppers in abdob
1 clove garlic
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon dried chives
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl and gently toss. Plate and serve with Chipotle-Lime Ranch
  • Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until chipotle peppers are well minced. Add in a few more tablespoons of buttermilk to thin as needed. Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.

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