ROASTED CHICKEN, BELL PEPPER AND ONION SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Onion     Pepper     Roast     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

Chicken and Vegetables
2/3 cup olive oil
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary or 2 tablespoons dried, crumbled
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
4 pounds chicken breast halves
3 large red bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
2 large yellow bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
3 large red onions, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
Dressing
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried, crumbled
Ornamental kale leaves
Fresh rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • For chicken and vegetables:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine first 5 ingredients in medium bowl. Place chicken breasts in large baking pan. Divide vegetables among 2 large baking pans. Brush chicken on both sides with oil mixture. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper. Arrange skin side up in pan. Divide remaining oil mixture between pans of vegetables; mix to coat vegetables. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake chicken until just cooked through, about 35 minutes, and vegetables until edges brown, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • For Dressing:
  • Combine mustard and vinegar in medium bowl. Gradually mix in oil. Add grated orange peel and chopped rosemary.
  • Remove skin and bones from chicken. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Add to dressing and mix to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix with roasted vegetables in large bowl. Season entire salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Line platter with kale. Spoon salad over. Garnish with rosemary sprigs.

Brian Tusiime
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I give this salad a 3 out of 5 stars.


Sarena Weatherspoon
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Meh.


Samha Khan
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This salad is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either.


Yamileth Alanis
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This salad is a lot of work to make. I don't think it's worth the effort.


Church Jenkens
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I didn't like the combination of flavors in this salad. The bell peppers and onions were too overpowering for the chicken.


Bulega Gideon
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The dressing is a bit too oily for my taste. I would use less olive oil next time.


Gita Pun
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I found the chicken to be a bit dry. I think I would cook it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Gloria Germinus Sambayena
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This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more spices to the chicken and dressing.


Sylvanus Asonye
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! I'm definitely going to make it again.


Eman Zain
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mm Nm
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Doxa Orji
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Layla Searles
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients that come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.


Durga Thagunna
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This is one of my favorite summer recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


toxemd
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I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I especially liked the way the roasted chicken skin crisped up in the oven.


Chatal Beth
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This roasted chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the bell peppers and onions add a nice crunch and sweetness. The dressing is light and tangy, and it b