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Yummiest Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep Time: 24 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 24 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 red onion, sliced into rings
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (craisins)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
Instructions:
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Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a glass dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon soy sauce, red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, dry white wine, and minced garlic.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight.
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Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or set your oven’s broiler.
- Grill the chicken breasts, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Discard the marinade after use.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Cut the grilled chicken into bite-size strips and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a food processor or blender, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, sherry wine vinegar, and olive oil.
- Blend until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
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Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the grilled chicken in the bowl.
- Add the sliced red onion rings, sugar snap peas, dried cranberries, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well coated with the dressing.
- Add the torn lettuce pieces and lightly toss again to incorporate.
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Serve:
- Divide the salad into individual serving bowls or plates.
- Optionally, garnish with additional cranberries or freshly cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious Yummiest Grilled Chicken Salad!
This recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, combining tender grilled chicken with crisp vegetables and a flavorful dressing. It’s ideal for lunch or dinner and is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!