Best 7 Grilled Chicken Salad With Chrozo Stuffed Olives In Citrus Vinaigrette Recipes

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Grilled chicken salad with chorizo-stuffed olives in citrus vinaigrette is a tantalizing and flavorful dish that offers a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. The succulent and tender grilled chicken harmonizes with the piquant and savory chorizo-stuffed olives, while the citrus vinaigrette adds a refreshing and vibrant touch. This salad is a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and colors that will surely tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings for a healthy and delicious meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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When it comes to grilled chicken recipes, we love this refreshing salad in the summer. The real star here is the vinaigrette made with blueberry preserves and maple syrup. It goes great with a fresh baguette and a frosty glass of minted lemonade. -Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup blueberry preserves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
SALADS:
1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges
1 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with oil, garlic, salt and pepper; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., Place greens on a serving plate; top with chicken, blueberries and mandarin oranges. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ORZO SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pounds orzo pasta
3 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Citrus Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 1/2 medium lemons)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons lime zest
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Fill a stockpot 3/4 full with salted water. When water comes to a rolling boil, add orzo. Cook until al dente, or according to package directions.
  • Drain orzo and cool on a baking sheet.
  • Make the vinaigrette. When orzo is at room temperature, toss with tomatoes and cilantro. Dress with vinaigrette.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, zests, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in olive oil until mixture has emulsified. Vinaigrette can be made up to 3 hours ahead, covered and chilled. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD TOSTADA WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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I love Chicken in a Vinaigrette dressing. This is a favorite caribbean recipe. Served at the famous Bahama Breeze for those of you that are familiar with their appetizers. Got the recipe from a relative that is a frequent caribbean host. ;) Enjoy!

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
8 small flour tortillas
12 ounces finely shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
6 cups mixed baby lettuces and spring greens, washed, dried and torn
1/2 cup citrus vinaigrette (see recipe below)
1/2 cup cooked corn kernel
4 ounces sliced roasted peppers (red, yellow or poblano)
8 ounces salsa (see Tomato Salsa)
1/4 cup chimichurri sauce (see Chimichurri Sauce)
1 ripe avocado, quartered and cut into fan
2 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cup rice wine vinegar
1/3 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Chicken: Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Season Chicken on both sides with Creole seasoning and kosher salt. Grill on each side until done, or until chicken reaches 165 - 170ºF. Remove from grill.
  • While chicken is grilling, lay tortillas on baking sheet. With a fork, poke holes in tortillas, ½ inch apart over the whole tortilla. Lightly brush with olive oil and bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Evenly sprinkle cheese onto tortillas and continue baking until cheese is completely melted.
  • Place 2 tortillas on each of four plates. Toss spring mix with citrus vinaigrette, corn kernels, and peppers and mound one-fourth of mixture on top of each plate of tortillas. Sprinkle tomato salsa over salad mix.
  • When done, slice the grilled chicken on a clean cutting board and place on top of salad, drizzle with chimichurri sauce. Top with avocado fan.
  • Vinaigrette:.
  • Mix all ingredients together. Refrigerate drizzle salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859.9, Fat 42.2, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 153.1, Sodium 1967.2, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 64.8

WARM CHICKEN AND CHORIZO SALAD



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Provided by Clare Ferguson

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Olive     Pork     Poultry     Vegetable     Sauté     Sausage     Arugula     Zucchini     Spring

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 mild or spicy chorizo sausages, about 4 ounces., cut crosswise into coin-shaped slices, or a 6 ounce piece, cut into chunks
12-16 baby zucchini, halved lengthwise, about 10 oz.
1 lb. boneless, skinless, cooked or smoked chicken, cut or pulled into long strips
4 cups loosely packed mixed red and green lettuce leaves
1/2 bunch arugula or watercress
16-20 black olives, about 3 ounces
sprigs of cilantro or flat-leaf parsley
Vinaigrette
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
kosher salt or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a nonstick skillet or stove-top grill pan, add the chorizo slices or chunks, and sauté gently on all sides until the juices run and the edges are slightly crisp. Set aside.
  • Mix the vinaigrette ingredients together in a small bowl or pitcher. Use some of the mixture to brush the zucchini halves, then add them to the still-hot pan and cook for 5 minutes on each side or until hot and golden.
  • Put the chicken into a large salad bowl and add the lettuce leaves and olives. Drizzle over the remaining vinaigrette, then add the chorizo and its juices, and the cilantro or parsley. Toss well, then serve immediately with garlic bread, toasted ciabatta, or warmed focaccia.

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHROZO-STUFFED OLIVES IN CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 23

Citrus Vinaigrette
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 shallot, peeled and chopped
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
Zest of 1 orange
Salt and Pepper to taste
Chorizo Stuffed Olives
16 jumbo California ripe olives
1/2 link Spanish chorizo, finely minced
1/4 cup flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 cup canola oil
Salad
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
16 small fingerling potatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups coarsely chopped escarole or curly endive
3/4 cup roasted red bell pepper strips

Steps:

  • To prepare vinaigrette, heat a small amount of the olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add shallot and cook for 5 minutes to soften. Add juices and vinegar and bring to a boil. Reduce heat slightly and cook until mixture is reduced to 1/4 cup. Let cool, then place in a blender. With blender running, drizzle in remaining oil slowly to emulsify. Chill until ready to use. To prepare olives, carefully stuff with chorizo. Dip each olive in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs. Fry in 325°F oil for a few minutes or until golden brown on all sides. Remove from oil and drain. To prepare salad, season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through. While chicken cools, season potatoes with salt and cook in hot oil until tender. Place equal amounts of potatoes onto 4 serving plates. Toss greens with chicken, peppers and enough vinaigrette to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and place on top of potatoes. Garnish each plate with 4 warm olives. Makes 4 servings. March 2008 California Grown

GRILLED CHICKEN CITRUS SALAD



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This is a wonderful refreshing summer recipe. Very good! A must try.

Provided by WAILAKIJACKIE

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup orange juice
¼ cup lime juice
2 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon white sugar
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 oranges - peeled, segmented, and chopped
2 stalks celery, sliced
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, shallots, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Pour 1/2 of this mixture into a large, resealable plastic bag, and add the chicken breasts. Seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Refrigerate the remaining dressing.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. In a large salad bowl, toss romaine lettuce with oranges, celery, and green onions. Set aside.
  • Lightly oil grate, and place chicken on grill. Discard the marinade from the chicken. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Remove chicken from grill, and slice into thin strips.
  • Toss salad with reserved dressing, and top with sliced chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 112.6 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHORIZO-STUFFED OLIVES IN CITRUS VINA



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Make and share this Grilled Chicken Salad With Chorizo-Stuffed Olives in Citrus Vina recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CaliforniaGrown

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 shallot, peeled and chopped
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 orange, zest of
salt and pepper
16 jumbo california ripe olives
1/2 link spanish chorizo, finely minced
1/4 cup flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup canola oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
salt and pepper
16 small fingerling potatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups coarsely chopped escarole or 2 cups curly endive lettuce
3/4 cup roasted red pepper, strips

Steps:

  • To prepare vinaigrette, heat a small amount of the olive oil in a medium saucepan.
  • Add shallot and cook for 5 minutes to soften.
  • Add juices and vinegar and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat slightly and cook until mixture is reduced to 1/4 cup. Let cool, then place in a blender.
  • With blender running, drizzle in remaining oil slowly to emulsify.
  • Chill until ready to use.
  • To prepare olives, carefully stuff with chorizo.
  • Dip each olive in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs.
  • Fry in 325°F oil for a few minutes or until golden brown on all sides. Remove from oil and drain.
  • To prepare salad, season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  • While chicken cools, season potatoes with salt and cook in hot oil until tender.
  • Place equal amounts of potatoes onto 4 serving plates.
  • Toss greens with chicken, peppers and enough vinaigrette to coat.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and place on top of potatoes.
  • Garnish each plate with 4 warm olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1607.2, Fat 101.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 118.7, Sodium 751.7, Carbohydrate 134.8, Fiber 19, Sugar 14.5, Protein 43.1

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and cucumbers.
  • If you don't have any chorizo, you can substitute another type of cooked sausage, such as Italian sausage or breakfast sausage.
  • To make the citrus vinaigrette, use a variety of citrus juices, such as orange, lemon, and lime. You can also add a bit of honey or agave nectar to sweeten the vinaigrette.
  • If you're short on time, you can grill the chicken ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve the salad, just reheat the chicken in the microwave or oven.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the salad, such as avocado, red onion, or crumbled feta cheese.

Conclusion:

Grilled Chicken Salad with Chorizo Stuffed Olives in Citrus Vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing summer salad that's perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful grilled chicken, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty citrus vinaigrette, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this salad a try.

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