Are you seeking a delightful and refreshing meal that combines the flavors of juicy chicken, crisp greens, and a zesty dressing? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to making the perfect chicken chopped salad with a spicy sun-dried tomato pesto dressing. This salad is a delightful balance of textures and flavors, featuring succulent chicken, crisp lettuce, crunchy vegetables, and a delectable homemade dressing that adds a kick of heat and tang. With step-by-step instructions and a few simple ingredients, you'll be able to create this flavorful salad at home, impressing your family and friends with your culinary skills. So gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a memorable and delicious chicken chopped salad with spicy sun-dried tomato pesto dressing.
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SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO
The best sun-dried tomato pesto.
Provided by MRS. CINDY SCHMIDT
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian
Time 20m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with warm water for 5 minutes, or until tender.
- In a food processor or blender combine sun-dried tomatoes, basil, parsley, garlic, pine nuts and onion; process until well blended. Add vinegar, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes and red wine, and process. Stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 80.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
TEENA'S SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA
A spicy chicken and pesto pasta dish that's easy to adjust to any heat level. I created it after eating a similar dish at a Santa Monica restaurant, and it's one of my favorites. Serve with additional grated Parmesan, if desired. As an option, it's delicious with creamy goat cheese stirred in at the end.
Provided by LAGIRL
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear.
- Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 214.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SUN-DRIED TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD
This simple chicken salad is highlighted by the sophisticated taste of sun dried tomatoes & asiago cheese. Toasted pine nuts provide the crunch. This would be great on a bed of fresh spinach, in a panini sandwich or on sourdough bread. Developed for the RSC#11 contest.
Provided by Tinkerbell
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place chicken in shallow baking dish, add chicken stock & white wine.
- Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Add sun dried tomatoes to dish (sprinkle them around the chicken so they are soaking in the wine & broth.
- Return to oven & bake uncovered for an additional 10-20 minutes or until juices run clear.
- When chicken is fully cooked, remove to plate or cutting board & shred using two forks.
- Set chicken aside & chop softened tomatoes into 1/2 inch pieces.
- In medium bowl stir together mayonnaise, chopped tomatoes, salt & pepper, pine nuts, shallots & asiago cheese.
- Serve on a bed of fresh spinach leaves or sandwich chicken salad mixture & spinach between two slices of fresh bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.6, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 65.6, Sodium 625.2, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 7.4, Protein 24.6
CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD WITH SPICY SUNDRIED-TOMATO PESTO DRESSING
Steps:
- 1. Put chicken breast, lightly salted & peppered, into ZipLock Zip n' Steam bag, with a shake or two of olive oil and the chopped onion, shake bag to make sure the chicken and onions are well-coated in the olive oil. Microwave on high 3 minutes, pull out and set aside to cool. 2. Toss veggies and parsley together in mixing bowl and set aside. 3. In smaller mixing bowl whisk together dressing ingredients, adjusting to desired taste & consistency. 4. Cut the steamed chicken breast into 1/2" dice, and add (with the onions) to the veggies, and toss. 5. Fold in dressing until everything is evenly coated (I like to add it in thirds so that I don't overdress,) and then toss in the almonds and the grated Parmesan. 6. Enjoy! (I occasionally like to serve it on a bed of chopped romaine, but it's great plain too, if you're in a hurry.)
ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKEN
Don't let the ingredient list fool you-this summery chicken salad is so simple! Prepare it in the morning; let it chill all day; and then toss with the dressing right before you serve it. For another spin, I sometimes add fresh grilled corn. -Daniel Anderson, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients; sprinkle with pancetta. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
SUN-DRIED TOMATO CHICKEN PESTO COUSCOUS SALAD
This is such a quick recipe to make and has a wonderful flavour, it is the perfect after work meal as you can have it on the table in about 25-30 Min's. I love couscous and this is another way of preparing it with the sun-dried tomato pesto along with the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, adding such wonderful tastes. I top it with chicken which I also rub with sun-dried tomato pesto and I think it is a wonderful combination.
Provided by The Flying Chef
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring the water and stock to the boil, add sachets cook according to packet instructions. (Mine is 2 minutes) Cut sachets open and pour couscous into a large bowl, fluff with fork.
- Add juice, rind, pesto and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, stir gently to combine.
- Add a little oil to a fry pan, rub 1 tablespoon of pesto over each breast, cook chicken on both sides until browned and cooked through.
- Toss rocket gently into couscous.
- To Serve: place couscous on a plate top with sliced pesto chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.2, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 93.1, Sodium 780, Carbohydrate 82.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 44.8
Tips:
- For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of lettuces, such as romaine, arugula, and spinach.
- Shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easy eating.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes, for a nutty flavor.
- Use a microplane to zest the lemon for a bright, citrusy flavor.
- If you don't have time to make the pesto dressing, you can use a store-bought Italian dressing.
Conclusion:
This chicken chopped salad with spicy sundried tomato pesto dressing is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and the spicy pesto dressing adds a flavorful kick. The salad is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a healthy and satisfying lunch, this chicken chopped salad is a great option.
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