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Italian Grinder Chicken Salad

Italian Grinder Chicken Salad

This Italian Grinder Chicken Salad is a delicious and colorful dish that brings fresh flavors and vibrant textures to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 breasts boneless, skinless chicken about 1.5 lbs
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
  2. Dice the bell peppers and slice the red onion into thin strips.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, mix sliced chicken with chopped veggies. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 34gFat: 17g

Notes

This salad is versatile; feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu. Enjoy cold for the best flavor.

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