BARBECUED-CHICKEN SALAD

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The smoky marinade in our Barbecued-Chicken Salad doubles as a salad dressing. It would also be perfect for marinating grilled fish tacos or flavoring simple grilled veggies.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon lime zest, plus 3 tablespoons juice (from 2 limes)
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons honey
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup safflower oil, plus more for brushing
4 chicken cutlets (1 pound)
3 ears corn, husks and silk removed
1 head (10 ounces) red-leaf lettuce, torn into large pieces
1 avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Stir together lime zest and juice, garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika, and honey; season with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil. Season chicken with remaining teaspoon paprika and salt and pepper. Pour half of dressing over top. Brush grates with oil.
  • Grill corn, turning occasionally, until charred in places, 10 minutes; transfer to a plate. Grill chicken, flipping once, until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes total. Cut corn kernels from cobs into a large bowl; toss with lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, and remaining dressing. Season with salt and pepper. Slice chicken; drizzle with juices and serve, with salad and topped with chips.

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