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Grilled Chicken Salad

Contributed By: memrn1
Living the GI Diet

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Ingredients

2 tbsp Soy sauce

2 tbsp Canola oil

2 tbsp Chopped fresh cilantro

1 tbsp Peeled and minced fresh ginger

3 cloves Garlic, minced

1/4 tsp Asian chili paste (or substitute red pepper flakes)

4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 Red bell peppers

2 Yellow bell peppers

6 c. Mesclun greens

3 tbsp Rice vinegar

1/4 tsp Salt

Preparation

In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, 1 tbsp oil, cilantro, ginger, garlic, and chili paste. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 day.

Preheat the grill or grill pan.

Meanwhile, cut the bell peppers into quarters. Discard the stems and seeds. Place the peppers on the greased grill over medium-high heat. Grill until the skins start to blacken, about 15 minutes. Remove to a plate. Place the chicken breasts on the greased grill over medium-high heat and grill, turning once, until no longer pink inside, 4-6 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.

Chop the grilled peppers and chicken into bite-size pieces. n a large bowl, toss the chicken and peppers with the greens, the remaining oil, the vinegar and salt.

Cook's Notes

You can roast the peppers and chicken instead of grilling them. Place the peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast in a 425 degree oven until the skin of the peppers is blackened, about 15 minutes. Add the chicken breasts and roast until no longer pink inside, about 12 minutes.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Salads & Dressings
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Asian
Meal Type: Lunch