Grilled chicken cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of grilled chicken, crisp cucumbers, and a tangy dressing creates a dish that is both satisfying and healthy. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken, making it a convenient and versatile meal option. With a variety of recipes available, there is sure to be a grilled chicken cucumber salad that will suit your taste.
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STICKY HONEY-CHILI GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 5h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the chili garlic sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and garlic. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook about 10 minutes. Spoon 1/4 cup of the mixture into a small bowl, whisk in the cornstarch until combined and then whisk back into the saucepan. Let simmer an additional 10 minutes to thicken. Let cool completely.
- Salt and pepper both sides of the chicken and place in a 9-by-13-inch pan. Pour half of the chili garlic mixture over the chicken and toss to coat; reserve the remaining sauce. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 4 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake the chicken, covered in foil, for 35 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium high.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and grill, basting with the reserved sauce, until the skin is crispy, a few minutes per side. (Alternatively, the chicken can be finished under the broiler. Remove the foil from the pan and put under the broiler for a few minutes until the skin is crispy.)
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, spoon the remaining reserved sauce over the top and garnish with cilantro. Serve with the Cucumber Salad.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the vinegar and honey until emulsified. Add the cucumbers and cilantro and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving time.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH TOMATO-CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 23m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Smash the garlic clove, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and with the flat side of a large knife, mash and smear to a coarse paste. Put the garlic paste in a large bowl and stir in the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, pepperoncini, and dill and toss. Give a couple of generous grinds of black pepper. Toss again, and set aside.
- Preheat a grill pan or nonstick skillet to medium high. Spray the chicken paillards lightly with the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Grill the chicken, in batches if necessary, to avoid crowding the pan, turning once, until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Place each paillard on a plate and serve topped with the tomato-cucumber salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 66 milligrams, Sodium 745 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 6 grams
GRILLED CHICKEN SATAY WITH CUCUMBER SALAD
Pair cool and crunchy cucumbers in a light vinaigrette with grilled chicken skewers, made easy with prepared peanut sauce.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Soak 8 (10-inch) wooden skewers in water 30 minutes. Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place 1/2 cup peanut sauce in medium bowl; set aside. Cut chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Thoroughly coat chicken slices with sauce in bowl; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- In another medium bowl, stir together cucumber salad ingredients; set aside.
- Remove chicken from bowl; discard peanut sauce. On each skewer, thread 4 to 5 chicken slices. Place skewers on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
- To serve, divide cucumber salad among 4 serving plates. Top with chicken skewers and toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Skewers and 1/4 of the Salad and Toppings), Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED CHICKEN HOAGIES WITH MANGO CHUTNEY AND MELTED BRIE SERVED WITH TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to high heat.
- In a shallow dish, mix together 2 tablespoons of the EVOO, the thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken cutlets and coat thoroughly. Let the chicken marinate while you get the salad together and grill up the bread.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mustard, white wine vinegar, shallots, and a little salt and pepper. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons of EVOO. Add the grape tomatoes; with a fork smash some of the tomatoes against the side of the bowl so that their juices become part of the dressing. Add the sliced cucumbers and toss them to combine.
- Cut the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise like a book, without separating the two halves all the way. Drizzle the inside of the rolls with some EVOO, hinge the rolls open, and lay them down on the grill with the inside flat against the grill. Once they are well marked, 1 to 2 minutes, flip them over and grill the outside a little bit. Remove the rolls from the grill and reserve.
- Grill the cutlets for 3 to 4 minutes on one side. Flip the cutlets and top each with some of the mango chutney, spreading it out a bit, and 2 slices of Brie. Tent the chicken with a piece of foil and continue to grill it for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese. Remove the cutlets from the grill, cut each in half, and distribute the chicken among the grilled rolls, wedging it into the bread. Top the chicken with some of the chopped watercress and squeeze the hoagies shut. Serve the sandwiches alongside the tomato cucumber salad.
GRILLED CHICKEN CUCUMBER SALAD
"I often increase this quick and light yet nourishing grilled salad to serve company," notes Patricia Vatta of Norwood, Ontario.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and dill. Pour 1/4 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Refrigerate remaining dressing. , Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Keep warm., Brush 1 tablespoon dressing over apple rings; grill for 1 minute on each side. Divide salad greens and cucumber between two serving plates. Slice chicken; arrange chicken and apple rings over greens. Serve with remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
GRILLED CHICKEN KEBABS WITH PITA, HALLOUMI AND SHAVED CUCUMBER SALAD
Steps:
- Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to 375 degrees F or preheat a large grill pan over medium heat. Clean and oil the grates or grill pan.
- Combine the lemon zest with the 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, the cumin, turmeric, salt, garlic powder and pepper in a medium bowl; stir together. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes to 1 hour, then thread 5 to 6 chicken cubes onto each skewer.
- While the chicken marinates, peel the cucumber into long ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Transfer to a small bowl. Add the dill fronds, the juice from 1/2 of the zested lemon and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Toss and set aside until ready to serve.
- Grill the skewers, turning every 3 to 4 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and all sides are charred, 8 to 10 minutes total. Remove to a platter and squeeze juice from the remaining 1/2 lemon over the top.
- Two minutes before the chicken is done cooking, grill the halloumi until warmed through and lightly charred, about 1 minute per side.
- For each serving, top 1 pita with some of the cucumber salad, 1 to 2 slices of the halloumi and 2 chicken skewers. Drizzle with tahini and serve.
Tips:
- For a flavorful salad, use high-quality ingredients. Look for organic or local produce when possible.
- To prevent the cucumbers from becoming watery, slice them thinly and toss them with salt before adding them to the salad.
- For a tangy dressing, use a combination of lemon juice, olive oil, and honey. You can also add a bit of Dijon mustard or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or in the oven. Just be sure to cook it until it is cooked through.
- This salad is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This grilled chicken cucumber salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of grilled chicken, crisp cucumbers, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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