Sizzling Summer Blackened Chicken Salad
Ingredients List
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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2 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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salt and black pepper to taste
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2 cups mixed salad greens
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1 cup arugula
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1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
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12 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
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½ cup sliced black olives
Instructions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the chicken with Cajun spices on both sides, then place it in the hot oil. Add crushed garlic to the pan. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side, or until it's fully cooked through. Remove from heat, drain on paper towels, let cool for a moment, then dice the chicken; discard the oil and garlic.
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In a small bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
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In a large mixing bowl, toss the salad greens, arugula, avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives with the dressing. Top with the diced chicken and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 610 | Calories |
| 40g | Fat |
| 23g | Carbs |
| 43g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 610 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 40g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 32% |
| Cholesterol 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium 1606mg | 70% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 10g | 37% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 43g | 86% |
| Vitamin C 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium 114mg | 9% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 1317mg | 28% |
* 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