Bacon-wrapped grilled chicken salad is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines the flavors of bacon, chicken, avocado, and lime. This salad is perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The grilled chicken is juicy and flavorful, while the bacon adds a smoky and crispy texture. The avocado and lime dressing adds a refreshing and tangy flavor to the salad.
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BACON-WRAPPED GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND LIME
Wrap your chicken with bacon, grill it and drizzle it with this nearly green goddess, almost-guacamole dressing and you might even convert burger eaters into salad fiends. Covering the butterflied breasts in bacon helps baste the lean chicken and accelerates char as fat melts onto the coals. Flare-ups are inevitable, but don't be alarmed: They will ensure rich color on the bacon while protecting the breast from overcooking. When assembling the salad, avoid weighing down the leaves with hot and heavy toppings: Dollop plenty of the dressing on the plate first, and layer most of the chicken and fudgy eggs below the lightly dressed leaves. There should be a little leftover dressing to satisfy the people that will want to dip each bite of chicken into the herby, lime-laced avocado.
Provided by Clare de Boer
Categories dinner, lunch, poultry, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Take the chicken breasts out of the fridge to come to room temperature. Soak wooden toothpicks or skewers in water while you ready your grill. Clean the grate thoroughly and build a hot fire. This chicken needs to be cooked over intense, direct heat.
- While the coals heat, butterfly the chicken breasts: On a chopping board, place one hand on top of the breast, and slice into its side, starting at the thick end and moving toward the thin point. Make sure not to cut all the way through. Then, open up the breast, cover with plastic wrap and, using a rolling pin, roll the chicken to an even thickness of 1/2 inch; set aside.
- Prepare the dressing: Crush the herbs, salt and garlic in a pestle until you have a thick, bright-green paste (or finely chop them); stir in the lime juice. Scoop the avocados into the pestle and crush, then stir in the oil, pepper and half the jalapeños. Prepare the salad components so they're ready to be assembled when the chicken is cooked.
- When the coals are burning red and the grill hisses when you drop water on it, salt and pepper the chicken breasts on both sides. Lay 4 slices of bacon flat on each breast crosswise, then turn the chicken over and fold the bacon ends over like you're wrapping a parcel. Secure the ends of the bacon with toothpicks or skewers.
- Place the bacon-wrapped breasts on the grill, with the side without the toothpicks facing down. There will be some flare-ups as the bacon fat hits the coals; if it's burning, pull the parcels off the grill and give the coals a few minutes to cool. Otherwise, when the parcels have nice color on the first side, after about 3 or 4 minutes, flip them over. Cook on the second side until cooked through, about 2 to 4 minutes more; transfer to a cutting board to rest.
- Assemble the salad: Toss the leaves with about 1/3 of the avocado dressing and some additional olive oil to thin it. Use your hands to toss until coated and season to taste with salt.
- Pull the toothpicks or skewers out of the bacon-wrapped breasts and slice them into strips. Dollop 1/3 of the avocado dressing onto the serving platter, then arrange the leaves, chicken and eggs on top. Dollop with the remaining avocado dressing to taste. Finish with more herbs, remaining jalapeños, lime wedges and some extra olive oil for gloss.
GRILLED AVOCADO AND CHICKEN SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grates.
- Halve the avocado and remove the pit but leave the skin on. Grill cut-side down until grill marks form, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and grill 2 more minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel and chop into 1/2-inch cubes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, shred the chicken into large pieces, using mainly the breast meat. Place in a medium bowl and set aside.
- Make the dressing: Combine the oil, mustard, honey and lemon juice in a small bowl or jar and whisk together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the spring greens mix among 4 bowls or plates. Crumble the feta over the top, sprinkle with the basil, then top with the chicken and grilled avocado. Drizzle with the dressing and serve.
BACON-WRAPPED AVOCADO WEDGES
We all know almost everything is improved with bacon-and avocado is no exception. Since it's made in an air fryer, this appetizer is one to remember. It will definitely impress your friends! -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°. Cut each avocado in half; remove pit and peel. Cut each half into thirds. Wrap 1 bacon slice around each avocado wedge. Working in batches if needed, place wedges in a single layer in fryer basket and cook until bacon is cooked through, 10-15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lime juice and zest. Serve wedges with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HONEY-LIME CHICKEN AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless chicken thighs, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, red onion, avocados, olive oil, salt, garlic, jalapeño pepper, chili powder, honey, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, lime juice
Provided by Robert Broadfoot
Categories Lunch
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the chicken marinade.
- Toss in the chicken thighs and marinate for at least one hour.
- In a cast-iron skillet, cook chicken on high heat until there is a nice sear on the surface of the chicken, and the inside is no longer pink. Roughly four minutes each side. Set chicken aside.
- Place chopped lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and avocados in a large salad bowl.
- Slice cooked chicken thighs and add to the salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Mix well.
- Toss the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 966 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 39 grams
MANGO-AVOCADO SALAD WITH LIME VINAIGRETTE
Inspired by Vietnamese green papaya salad, this salad stars ripe, juicy mangoes and dresses them in the classic punchy lime-fish sauce dressing. Tender torn greens, crunchy sweet snap peas and creamy avocado round out this dish with both crispy and creamy bites. The cooling salad is the perfect side to accompany grilled or roasted fish, chicken, or steak. If mangoes are unavailable, tomatoes or sweet stone fruit like peaches are tasty options.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories lunch, weeknight, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine oil, lime juice, shallot, fish sauce, sugar and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Whisk until well blended, then stir in half of the cilantro. Reserve half of the dressing in a small bowl for serving.
- Arrange lettuce in an even layer on a serving platter. Add mangoes, snap peas and avocados to the large bowl and gently toss to evenly coat in the dressing.
- Arrange salad over lettuce and garnish with the remaining cilantro. Serve with the reserved dressing on the side, for drizzling.
HONEY LIME GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND MANGO
Delicious summery salad from the Evil Shenanigans cooking blog. Bursting with flavors from the avocado, mango, lime chicken, black beans, cilantro, sesame oil and jalepeno...ENJOY! Note that prep time includes 30 minutes of marinating time.
Provided by Epi Curious
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 dinner salads, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a medium bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the salad dressing. Cover and chill for at least an hour.
- In a plastic bag combine the ponzu, lime juice, garlic, and sugar. Add the chicken and allow to marinate at room temperature for thirty minutes.
- Once marinated, grill or broil the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F Cover with foil and allow to rest for ten minutes before slicing into strips.
- In a medium bowl combine the avocado, mango, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. Mix well.
- To serve place the lettuce on a place, then top with black beans and the avocado mango mixture. Drizzle with dressing then top with some sliced chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1059, Fat 50.9, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 108.1, Sodium 885.5, Carbohydrate 122.5, Fiber 17.1, Sugar 81.2, Protein 40.9
Tips
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your salad even better. Look for ripe avocados, juicy limes, and tender chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken perfectly: Grilled chicken is the star of this salad, so make sure it's cooked to perfection. Cook the chicken over medium heat until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Make sure the bacon is crispy: Crispy bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salad. Cook the bacon in a single layer in a skillet over medium heat until it's crispy and browned.
- Don't skimp on the dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Make sure to use a flavorful dressing that you enjoy. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lime juice, and honey is a good option.
- Add some crunch: Adding some crunchy vegetables, such as chopped red onion, celery, or cucumber, will add texture and flavor to the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it's made. The chicken and bacon will be warm and crispy, and the avocado will be fresh and creamy.
Conclusion
With its smoky bacon, tender chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy lime dressing, this salad is a delicious and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great option for potlucks and picnics. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make salad, give this one a try!
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