Italian Chicken Salad
๐ Total Time: 30 minutes
๐ฅ Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
๐ Description: If you’re a chicken salad enthusiast like me but cringe at the thought of mayo, fear not! This Italian Chicken Salad recipe is mayo-free and bursting with flavor. Feel free to customize it by omitting the peas or adding any other veggies you have on hand. I stumbled upon this gem in the “Express Lane Cookbook” by Sarah Fritschner.
๐ Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Meat, European, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Boneless skinless chicken breast halves |
| 3 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 cup | Walnuts |
| 1 cup | Fresh peas |
| 6 tsp | Dried oregano |
| 1/2 cup | Green onions |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 457.6
- Fat Content: 30.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 68.4mg
- Sodium Content: 120.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.9g
- Fiber Content: 6.1g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 34.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken: Begin by cooking the chicken on the stovetop. Place the chicken breasts in 1/2″ of boiling water. Bring it back to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Turn the chicken after 5 minutes and continue cooking until done. Once cooked, allow the chicken to cool, then chop it into bite-sized cubes.
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Toast Walnuts: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the walnuts and toast them for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
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Add Peas and Peppers: Next, add the fresh peas to the skillet along with any peppers you desire. Stir them into the toasted walnuts.
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Incorporate Artichokes: Drain the juice from a jar of artichokes into the skillet. Chop the artichokes into large pieces and add them to the skillet with the peas and peppers.
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Season with Oregano: Sprinkle dried oregano over the mixture in the skillet. Allow everything to cook together for about 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Combine Ingredients: Transfer the contents of the skillet into a large bowl. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add Chicken: Add the chopped chicken to the bowl and gently stir everything together, ensuring that the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top of the salad for added flavor and visual appeal. This Italian Chicken Salad can be served either warm or cold, depending on your preference.
This mayo-free rendition of chicken salad is a refreshing twist on a classic dish, perfect for a light lunch or snack any day of the week. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients that make this recipe a winner in any kitchen! ๐ฅ๐
