GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD

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A few years back, I was looking for a simple yet delicious salad for a picnic for my boyfriend and myself. Now that guy is my husband, and we still enjoy going on picnics and dining on this grilled chicken salad. It's perfect as a meal or side. -Juli Stewart, Coppell, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni, ziti or spiral pasta
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2-1/2 cups sliced celery
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh dill or 5 teaspoons dill weed
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijion mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup olive oil
Leaf lettuce
Snipped fresh dill, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat until juices run clear, 5-8 minutes on each side. Remove from grill to a rimmed platter. Sprinkle with lemon juice; let stand 10 minutes. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water., Remove chicken from platter to a cutting board and cut into strips; pour juices into a large bowl. To the juices, add vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper; whisk well. Gradually whisk in oil. Add pasta, celery, onion, red pepper and dill; toss to coat. Arrange pasta over lettuce-lined plates. Top with chicken. If desired, sprinkle with dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 33g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

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