Italian Chicken Salad

Health score
13%
Italian Chicken Salad
35 min.
4
467kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with this delightful Italian Chicken Salad, a perfect dish for any meal of the day. Ready in just 35 minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine tender, coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken mingling with creamy bocconcini, all tossed together with crunchy, golden croutons made from crusty Italian bread.

The combination of marinated olives and roasted red peppers adds a burst of Mediterranean flair, while the fresh romaine lettuce provides a crisp, refreshing base. Drizzled with a homemade vinaigrette that balances the richness of the olive oil with the tang of red-wine vinegar and a hint of Dijon mustard, this salad is a symphony of flavors and textures.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a light dinner, or a main course that impresses, this Italian Chicken Salad is sure to become a favorite in your household. With each bite, you'll experience a delightful medley of protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbohydrates, making it a nutritious choice that doesn't compromise on taste. Gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a taste of Italy right at your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • cup baby mozzarella balls fresh (small mozzarella balls; 6 oz)
  • cups bread crumbs italian () (from a 1/2-lb crusty round loaf)
  • cups chicken shredded cooked ()
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  •  baby greens ()
  • oz oil-cured olives assorted
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup red-wine vinegar 
  • oz roasted peppers red rinsed drained cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots finely chopped
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Toss bread cubes with oil and salt in a large shallow baking pan and spread in 1 layer.
  3. Bake, turning over once, until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack.
  4. Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients except oil in a small bowl until combined.
  5. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  6. Toss chicken and bocconcini together with 1/4 cup vinaigrette in a bowl and let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
  7. Toss together romaine, red peppers, olives, chicken and bocconcini mixture, croutons, and remaining vinaigrette in a large bowl until combined.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein22.01%
Fat59.29%
Carbs18.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.02
Glycemic Load
0.92
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.771304337875%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:466.54kcal
23.33%
Fat:31.13g
47.89%
Saturated Fat:9.94g
62.11%
Carbohydrates:22.1g
7.37%
Net Carbohydrates:17.8g
6.47%
Sugar:10.94g
12.16%
Cholesterol:61.5mg
20.5%
Sodium:1682.44mg
73.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.01g
52.01%
Vitamin A:5386.27IU
107.73%
Vitamin K:61.84µg
58.89%
Vitamin B3:7.37mg
36.87%
Vitamin C:29.11mg
35.28%
Folate:110µg
27.5%
Selenium:18.85µg
26.93%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.99%
Phosphorus:181.46mg
18.15%
Fiber:4.3g
17.2%
Calcium:162.75mg
16.27%
Iron:2.82mg
15.64%
Vitamin E:2.21mg
14.75%
Potassium:485.49mg
13.87%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.52%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.08%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.18%
Magnesium:40.46mg
10.12%
Copper:0.19mg
9.6%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.39%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.13%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.38%
Source:Epicurious