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GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SPICY RANCH DRESSING

GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SPICY RANCH DRESSING


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Reference:

Bon Appétit, July 2001

Prep:

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Servings:

Makes 4 servings.

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Ingredients

For seasoning
2
tsp salt
1/2
tsp garlic powder
1/2
tsp onion powder
1/2
tsp dried thyme
1/2
tsp dried oregano
1/2
tsp ground black pepper
1/2
tsp paprika
1/2
tsp cayenne pepper
For salad dressing
1
3/4 cups buttermilk
1/2
cup mayonnaise
2
tbsp chopped green onion
2
tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1
tbsp apple cider vinegar
1
garlic clove, minced
1/2
tsp grated lemon peel
1
1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves
1
5-ounce package mixed baby greens
1/2
cup pecans, toasted
1/4
cup raisins

Directions

1.
Make seasoning:
2.
Mix all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
3.
Make salad dressing:
4.
Whisk 3/4cup buttermilk, mayonnaise, chopped green onion, chopped fresh parsley, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon peel, and 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning mixture in medium bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store remaining seasoning at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate dressing.)
5.
Rub remaining seasoning mixture onto chicken. Place chicken in medium bowl. Pour remaining 1 cup buttermilk over chicken, turning to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 3 hours, turning occasionally.
6.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from buttermilk, shaking off excess. Grill chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
7.
Combine mixed greens, pecans, and raisins in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 4 plates. Cut chicken on sharp diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange atop salads and serve.
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