SPICED-UP CHICKEN SALAD

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A unique combination of basil and mint in the dressing adds fresh appeal to this outstanding salad. The recipe comes with my tried-and-true approval.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/3 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup olive oil
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
2 large sweet red peppers, julienned
1 small cucumber, halved and sliced

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine the lime juice, brown sugar, basil, mint, soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic and ginger. Slowly whisk in oil; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken until no longer pink. Add the jalapeno, salt, white pepper, paprika and remaining garlic; saute 1 minute longer. , Place salad greens on a large platter; top with red peppers, cucumber and chicken. Bring lime juice mixture to a boil; drizzle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.