Layered Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Layered Chicken Salad
500 min.
8
384kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Layered Chicken Salad, a dish that perfectly balances flavor, texture, and nutrition. This gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. With its vibrant layers of fresh ingredients, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine a stunning glass bowl filled with colorful layers of cherry tomatoes, crisp salad greens, and tender rotisserie chicken, all harmoniously combined with the savory notes of salami and the creamy richness of reduced-calorie mayonnaise. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from the zucchini and a burst of flavor from the horseradish and mustard dressing, making it a satisfying main course that won’t weigh you down.

Perfect for meal prep, this salad can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully as it chills in the refrigerator. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a family gathering, or simply looking for a nutritious meal to enjoy throughout the week, this Layered Chicken Salad is a versatile choice that caters to various tastes and dietary needs.

Join us in creating this delicious dish that not only nourishes the body but also brings joy to the table. Get ready to savor the layers of flavor and enjoy a meal that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • cups cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 0.5 teaspoon horseradish prepared
  • small onion red separated thinly sliced
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut chopped (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
  • cup salad dressing reduced-calorie
  • cups the salad 
  • 0.5 lb genoa salami thinly sliced cut into fourths
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • servings watercress 
  • tablespoon mustard yellow
  • cups zucchini thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In very large (5-quart) glass bowl, place about half of the lettuce.
  2. Layer with onion, chicken, zucchini, cheese, salami, remaining lettuce and the tomatoes.
  3. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard and horseradish; spread over tomatoes, spreading to edge of bowl.
  4. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  5. Garnish with additional cherry tomatoes and parsley or watercress if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories384kcal
Protein29.44%
Fat59.78%
Carbs10.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.5
Glycemic Load
0.75
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.903478303681%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
7.92mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
13.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.09kcal
19.2%
Fat:25.74g
39.6%
Saturated Fat:8.31g
51.94%
Carbohydrates:10.45g
3.48%
Net Carbohydrates:9.23g
3.36%
Sugar:6.02g
6.69%
Cholesterol:93.35mg
31.12%
Sodium:1284.98mg
55.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.52g
57.05%
Vitamin K:104.92µg
99.92%
Vitamin C:41.94mg
50.83%
Vitamin A:1968.71IU
39.37%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.03%
Phosphorus:204.46mg
20.45%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.18%
Selenium:13.26µg
18.94%
Calcium:169.78mg
16.98%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.11%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.97%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.73%
Potassium:549.98mg
15.71%
Zinc:2.09mg
13.95%
Vitamin B3:2.36mg
11.78%
Folate:40.33µg
10.08%
Magnesium:37.15mg
9.29%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.09%
Copper:0.16mg
8.07%
Iron:1.27mg
7.07%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.78%
Fiber:1.22g
4.88%