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Crispy Chicken Salad

Crispy Chicken Salad: The Best Guilt-Free Dinner Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Crispy Chicken Salad that combines seasoned chicken with vibrant greens and vegetables, delivering a guilt-free meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Greens
  • 6 cups fresh greens (romaine or spinach)
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup cucumber
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • whisk
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
  3. Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  4. While the chicken cools, chop your fresh greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the chopped veggies with the shredded or diced chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Top with crushed nuts or avocado for added crunch and nutrition. Adjust dressing to taste if desired.

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