Amazing Grilled Chicken Salad
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This Grilled Chicken Salad is truly stunning and always a huge hit! Nothing is too difficult to produce, but it's a lot to tackle in one single effort. Fortunately, much of the salad can be made up to a day in advance. We've indicated that in the recipe. Use a perforated grill pan to cook the asparagus and mushrooms, or you can cook them in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat.
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Ingredients
Do Ahead - Make the Vinaigrette and Easy Pesto
For the Vinaigrette
- 5 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
For the Pesto
- pesto sauce click the link for the easy recipe
For the Cucumber Carrot Salad
- 2 medium cucumbers peeled, halved and seeds removed with spoon
- ½ cup carrots julienned (packaged 'match stick' carrots work well)
- 2 tablespoon Dill fresh, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
For the Chickpea Salad
- 1 15 oz cans chickpeas rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint chopped
For the Grilled Asparagus, Mushrooms, and Chicken
- 2 lbs chicken thighs skinless, boneless
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed and thick part peeled
- 8 oz button mushrooms halved, or quartered
- ½ cup pesto click for recipe, or use quality store brand
For the Tomato Salad and Lettuce Salad
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes cut into ½-inch wedges
- ¼ cup basil fresh, chopped
- 2 cups green leaf lettuce thinly sliced
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Instructions
Make the Vinaigrette
- In a jar, or small bowl, whisk together all ingredients, except the oil.
- Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified (if using jar, add lid and shake vigorously).
Make the Cucumber Carrot Salad and Chickpea Salad
- In a medium bowl, toss the cucumbers and carrots with the other ingredients until fully coated.
- In another bowl, stir together chickpeas, onion, mint, 2 tablespoon of the vinaigrette, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
Grill the Chicken, Asparagus, and Mushrooms
- Heat your grill to medium heat.
- Brush the chicken all over with a little oil and then liberally season with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken until lightly charred and cooked through (165°F). Remove from the heat and let cool while you prepare the asparagus and mushrooms.
- Toss the asparagus and mushrooms in a couple of tablespoons (each) of the prepared vinaigrette. Place on a grill pan (or cast-iron skillet) and place over direct heat on the grill. Use a pair of tongs or a large spoon to move the asparagus and mushrooms around until softened, and lightly charred. Remove from the heat, place on a platter (or bowl), and toss with another couple of tbsps of the vinaigrette. Set aside.
- Cut the chicken into large bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl. Transfer about ½-cup of the pesto to the bowl and gently toss with a wooden spatula until lightly coated. Set aside.
Make the Tomato Salad and Lettuce Salad
- Toss tomatoes with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette, the basil, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
- Toss the lettuce with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette.
Assemble the Salad
- Arrange the chicken, mushrooms, and salads side by side on a large platter and pass the remaining vinaigrette on the side.
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Notes
- See the video near the top of the blog post for visual guidance. If you liked the video, please subscribe to our YouTube channel.
- All of the prep work can be done for all of the salads up to 12 hours in advance. Prepare the salad no more than 2 hours before serving. If you make them too far in advance, they can become soggy. The chicken can be prepared several hours in advance. The pesto and vinaigrette can be made 24 hours in advance.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
468kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
6g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
150mg
(50%)
Sodium
852mg
(36%)
Potassium
866mg
(25%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
4265IU
(85%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
99mg
(10%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 468kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 852mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 866mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 4265IU | 85% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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