Poached Chicken and Asparagus Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
46%
Poached Chicken and Asparagus Salad
45 min.
2
217kcal

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Looking for a light yet satisfying meal that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this delightful Poached Chicken and Asparagus Salad! Perfect for a refreshing lunch or a wholesome side dish, this recipe combines tender poached chicken with crisp asparagus and vibrant yellow bell peppers, all tossed in a zesty Apple-Kiwi Dressing. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious dish in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or leisurely weekends.

The star of this salad is undoubtedly the poached chicken, which becomes incredibly tender and flavorful as it simmers with aromatic bay leaves and fresh tarragon. The addition of asparagus not only adds a beautiful pop of color but also provides a satisfying crunch that complements the succulent chicken perfectly. With a caloric count of only 217 kcal per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a healthy meal, this Poached Chicken and Asparagus Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your frying pan and saucepan, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups asparagus (1-inch)
  •  bay leaf 
  • cup bell pepper strips yellow
  • teaspoon tarragon fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup apple-kiwi dressing 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • small onion halved
  • 0.5 teaspoon cracked pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes.
  2. Add chicken. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until chicken is tender.
  3. Remove chicken from pan with a slotted spoon.
  4. Place chicken on a cutting surface; cover loosely with foil.
  5. Let stand 10 minutes; cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Return poaching liquid to a boil.
  7. Add asparagus; cook 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  8. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well. Discard bay leaf and onion.
  9. Combine chicken, asparagus, bell pepper, Apple-Kiwi Dressing, and tarragon; toss well to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein51.75%
Fat14.05%
Carbs34.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
106.83
Glycemic Load
3.32
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.207826407059%

Flavonoids

Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.93mg
Isorhamnetin
11.3mg
Kaempferol
2.79mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
31.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.38kcal
10.87%
Fat:3.56g
5.47%
Saturated Fat:0.79g
4.92%
Carbohydrates:19.47g
6.49%
Net Carbohydrates:13.76g
5%
Sugar:7g
7.78%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:756.63mg
32.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.46g
58.92%
Vitamin C:172.89mg
209.57%
Vitamin K:79.78µg
75.98%
Vitamin B3:14.36mg
71.8%
Vitamin B6:1.22mg
60.79%
Selenium:40.67µg
58.1%
Phosphorus:365.96mg
36.6%
Folate:129.32µg
32.33%
Potassium:1063.45mg
30.38%
Vitamin A:1518IU
30.36%
Copper:0.6mg
30.01%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.32%
Iron:4.88mg
27.13%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.11%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.53%
Vitamin B5:2.31mg
23.1%
Fiber:5.71g
22.82%
Magnesium:81.31mg
20.33%
Vitamin E:2.43mg
16.2%
Zinc:1.91mg
12.71%
Calcium:106.43mg
10.64%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Source:My Recipes