GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CORN SALAD

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This is such a delicious chicken salad dish, I have used frozen corn, with a few drops of liquid smoke, tastes good, but not as good as the grilled corn!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 16m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo or 2 teaspoons chipotle hot sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
3 cups grilled corn kernels
1 cup grape tomatoes or 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 sweet red pepper, chopped
4 -6 cups torn salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, red and green leaf lettuce)

Steps:

  • FOR THE CHIPOTLE: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together oil, lemon juice, chipotle, garlic, oregano, lime rind and salt,.
  • FOR THE SALAD: Remove 1 tablespoons of the dressing and brush on both sides of chicken. Place on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill 6-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 185F on meat thermometer. Transfer to cutting board and let stand for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips. Chicken can be covered and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine chicken, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, and red pepper; toss with remaining dressing. Divide salad greens among plates and evenly distribute salad over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.9, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 394.3, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 1.7, Protein 31.7

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