California Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
31%
California Chicken Salad
45 min.
4
462kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of the California Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Ready in just 45 minutes, this salad brings together an array of fresh ingredients, including tender asparagus, juicy plum tomatoes, and sweet corn, creating a colorful medley that is as nutritious as it is delicious.

At the heart of this dish is succulent boneless, skinless chicken breasts, infused with aromatic garlic and chili powders, yielding mouthwatering flavors and a satisfying protein boost. The addition of crispy turkey bacon adds a savory crunch that will please your taste buds. Paired with a homemade dressing featuring tangy Dijon mustard and a hint of honey, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and zest.

This California Chicken Salad is not only a feast for the senses but also a versatile option for lunch, dinner, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests. Packed with vibrant colors and fresh textures, it is sure to brighten up your meal and leave you feeling energized. Whether you serve it as a main dish or as a side, this salad is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and a testament to how delicious healthy eating can be!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound asparagus ends trimmed cut into thirds ( 10)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder sweet
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  •  ears corn husked
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons pinenuts 
  •  plum tomatoes diced
  • 0.5 small onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast whole boneless skinless
  • slices at least of turkey bacon cooked chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with garlic and chili powders, salt and pepper. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray.
  3. Heat skillet over high heat and add oil. When oil is hot, add chicken. Reduce heat to medium-high and cook for 6 minutes per side, turning halfway through. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside, 2 to 3 minutes. Cool chicken and slice thinly. Boil corn in a medium saucepan 5 minutes; cool, then cut kernels off cob; place in a bowl. Steam asparagus in 1 inch boiling water 3 minutes; drain and cool 1 minute.
  4. Add to bowl along with remaining vegetables.
  5. Heat a dry pan over medium heat.
  6. Add pine nuts. Cook, stirring often, until toasted, about 6 minutes.
  7. Place salad on a platter; top with chicken, bacon, pine nuts and dressing.
  8. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories462kcal
Protein37.17%
Fat24.71%
Carbs38.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.07
Glycemic Load
14.66
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.516521894413%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.32mg
Isorhamnetin
3.92mg
Kaempferol
0.92mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
10.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:462.11kcal
23.11%
Fat:13.12g
20.18%
Saturated Fat:2.5g
15.65%
Carbohydrates:45.53g
15.18%
Net Carbohydrates:41.53g
15.1%
Sugar:33.26g
36.96%
Cholesterol:119.15mg
39.72%
Sodium:682.86mg
29.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.39g
88.79%
Vitamin B3:20.47mg
102.35%
Selenium:61.85µg
88.36%
Vitamin B6:1.5mg
74.96%
Phosphorus:549.83mg
54.98%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.75%
Potassium:1161.83mg
33.2%
Vitamin B5:3.19mg
31.85%
Vitamin K:32.35µg
30.81%
Magnesium:104.04mg
26.01%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.87%
Vitamin C:17.42mg
21.12%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.87%
Vitamin A:1038.04IU
20.76%
Folate:78.17µg
19.54%
Iron:3.15mg
17.5%
Zinc:2.48mg
16.51%
Copper:0.33mg
16.26%
Fiber:3.99g
15.98%
Vitamin E:2.06mg
13.73%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.3%
Calcium:41.09mg
4.11%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Source:Epicurious