Grilled Chicken Salad with Crispy Wontons
Ingredients List
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4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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teriyaki marinade
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8 green onions, chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon pepper
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½ cup sugar
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¾ cup rice vinegar
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1 cup olive oil
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½ (14 ounce) package wonton wrappers
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oil for frying
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1 head iceberg lettuce, chilled, and torn into bite-size pieces
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1 (4 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
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¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
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½ cup toasted sliced almonds
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1 (10 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
Instructions
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Place the chicken breasts in a bowl, pour teriyaki sauce over them, and ensure they're well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat for direct grilling.
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To make the dressing, combine green onions, salt, pepper, and sugar in a blender. Add olive oil and rice vinegar. Blend until smooth, then transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill until ready to use.
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Grill the chicken, turning occasionally, until fully cooked. Remove from the grill, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
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In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cut the wonton wrappers into strips and fry until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
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In a large bowl, combine lettuce, water chestnuts, sesame seeds, sliced almonds, and mandarin oranges. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss gently. Top with crispy wontons and grilled chicken strips.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 886 | Calories |
| 63g | Fat |
| 51g | Carbs |
| 33g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 886 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 63g | 81% |
| Saturated Fat 9g | 43% |
| Cholesterol 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium 1107mg | 48% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 17% |
| Total Sugars 25g | |
| Protein 33g | 65% |
| Vitamin C 23mg | 25% |
| Calcium 156mg | 12% |
| Iron 5mg | 26% |
| Potassium 618mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5