Grilled chicken with arugula, black olives, and tomatoes is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. The chicken is grilled to perfection and then tossed with a tangy vinaigrette dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs. The arugula adds a peppery flavor to the dish, while the black olives and tomatoes provide a salty and sweet balance. This dish can be served over rice, quinoa, or pasta, or simply enjoyed on its own.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH LEMON AND BLACK PEPPER AND ARUGULA-TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk together lemon juice, shallot, olive oil and black pepper in a large baking dish. Add the chicken, turn to coat and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to high. Remove chicken from marinade, season with salt on both sides and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and just cooked through.
- Combine arugula, tomatoes and onions in a large bowl, toss with the vinegar and oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Place each paillard on a large plate, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and top with some of the arugula-tomato salad. Garnish with lemon halves.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH ARUGULA SALAD
When my husband first found out he had diabetes, I was challenged to start cooking old family favorites in new, healthy ways that he would love just as much. This was the first one that made him say, "I can eat like this all the time!" Shiitake and oyster are some of my favorite mushrooms to use. -Lynne Keast, Monte Sereno, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk 2/3 cup oil, shallots, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until blended. Reserve 3 tablespoons for dressing. Pour remaining vinaigrette into a large bowl; add mushrooms and toss to coat. Let stand 5 minutes., Using a slotted spoon, remove mushrooms from vinaigrette. Transfer to a grill wok or basket; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally., Brush chicken with remaining oil; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Place arugula, grilled mushrooms and cheese in a large bowl. Add reserved vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts :
STEWED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH TOMATOES AND BLACK OLIVES
These chicken thighs are seasoned and seared, and then stewed with white wine, tomato, and olive. A touch of oregano brings it all home. Serve with pasta, rice, or couscous.
Provided by David
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and saute until it begins to brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Place chicken thighs in the hot skillet with the nicer, more intact sides facing down. Sear for 2 minutes. Flip and sear the split sides for 2 minutes.
- Add stewed tomatoes, olives, wine, and oregano. Reduce heat to medium-low (4 on a scale of 10), cover, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 136.8 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 39.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 712.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH ARUGULA AND OLIVE THYME VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Chicken Herb Olive Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Arugula Summer Grill/Barbecue Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a blender or small food processor blend together the olives, the garlic, the mustard, the vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of the thyme, and salt and pepper to taste, with the motor running add 3 tablespoons of the oil in a stream, and blend the vinaigrette until it is emulsified. Add the tomato and the water and blend the vinaigrette until it is smooth. Brush the chicken and the bell pepper with the additional oil, season them with salt and pepper, and grill them on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals, or in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan, covered, over moderately high heat, for 5 minutes on each side, or until the bell pepper is just tender and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken and bell pepper to cutting board, cut the bell pepper into thin strips, and slice the chicken on the diagonal into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. In a bowl toss the chicken pieces with the remaining 1 teaspoon thyme and salt and pepper to taste. Divide the arugula, the endive, the bell pepper, and the chicken between 2 plates and pour half the vinaigrette over each serving.
GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TOMATO, OLIVE, AND FETA RELISH
Categories Cheese Chicken Dairy Herb Olive Tomato Quick & Easy Low Cal Backyard BBQ Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix cherry tomatoes, olives, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, mint, and vinegar in medium bowl. Gently stir in feta cheese. Season relish to taste with salt and pepper.
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush chicken on both sides with remaining 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill chicken just until cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plates and slice, if desired. Top with relish and serve.
PAN GRILLED CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES AND OLIVES
I adapted this from a recipe on the back of a can of black olives. Easy and has a great presentation. I served it with oven roasted asparagus.
Provided by Pepper 2
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cube chicken and coat with 2 teaspoons olive oil.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of italian dressing mix over chicken.
- Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Combine tomatoes, olives, remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, remaining italian dressing mix and basil in a bowl.
- Transfer chicken and couscous (or pasta) to serving plates, and top with olive mixture and cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 673, Fat 42.3, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 1716.6, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 43
GRILLED CHICKEN AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SUBS
Tasty seasoned grilled chicken topped with sun-dried tomatoes and black olives. Serve with chips and green salad.
Provided by Dave G
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium high heat, and lightly oil grate. Lightly pound chicken to flatten. Trim excess fat from edges. Brush lightly with olive oil, then season both sides of chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and red pepper to taste; set aside
- In a medium bowl, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons oil from the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste; set aside
- Place chicken on preheated grill, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning in different directions while cooking to get cross-hatch grill marks. Place cooked chicken on rolls, and top each with a heaping tablespoon of tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 659 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
- To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Grill the chicken over medium-high heat until it is cooked through, but still juicy. This will take about 8-10 minutes per side.
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and salt and pepper to taste.
- To assemble the salad, place the arugula, tomatoes, and olives on a platter. Top with the grilled chicken and drizzle with the vinaigrette.
Conclusion:
This grilled chicken with arugula, black olives, and tomatoes is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is flavorful and juicy, and the salad is light and refreshing. This dish is also easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own liking. For example, you could add other vegetables to the salad, such as cucumbers, bell peppers, or zucchini. You could also use a different type of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese. No matter how you make it, this grilled chicken salad is sure to be a hit.
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