ITALIAN CHICKEN SALAD CUPS

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Everyone loves chicken salad, but this mayo-free version always stands out. Cooking the chicken in the crockpot gives it so much more flavor! For parties and showers, you can serve it on croissants or in lettuce cups. -Andria Lint, Flowery Branch, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings (9 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
5 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup drained capers
Salt and pepper to taste
16 Bibb lettuce leaves
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Set aside., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, sweet peppers, onion, almonds and capers; stir in vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve on lettuce; sprinkle with cheese.

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