Smoked chicken and pecan salad
Discover a delightful blend of flavors with this Smoked Chicken and Pecan Salad recipe. Featuring tender smoked chicken breasts, hearty potatoes, fresh arugula, and crunchy pecans, all tossed in a creamy lemon-garlic mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal!
- 20 May 2024
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Discover a delightful blend of flavors with this Smoked Chicken and Pecan Salad recipe! Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal, this salad combines smoky chicken, crunchy pecans, and creamy mayonnaise dressing to bring excitement to your taste buds.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 10-15 minutes or until they are tender but still firm. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- In a small, dry skillet over medium heat, add the pecans.
- Toast them, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes until they are fragrant and slightly darker in color. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Mix well until smooth and well-combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large salad bowl, add the cooled potatoes, arugula, and toasted pecans.
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad.
- Drizzle the mayonnaise dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Divide the salad among plates and serve immediately.
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-smoked chicken available at your local grocery store.
- For an extra smoky flavor, consider lightly smoking the pecans as well.
- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers for added crunch and color.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the dressing to enhance its zesty freshness.
- If you're watching your calorie intake, try using a light mayonnaise or substituting with Greek yogurt.
Enjoy your flavorful Smoked Chicken and Pecan Salad as a delightful lunch or light dinner. The combination of textures and flavors is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 190 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 270kcal | 11% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 12g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 20g | 6% |
| Fiber 3.30g | 9% |
| Sugar 1.52g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 20g | 24% |
| Saturated 2.54g | 8% |
| Cholesterol 36mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 22ug | 2% |
| Choline 50mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 0.19mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 0.13mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 5.00mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 0.66mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B9 33ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 0.11ug | 4% |
| Vitamin C 22mg | 25% |
| Vitamin E 0.85mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 27ug | 23% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 44mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.26mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.42mg | 13% |
| Magnesium, Mg 55mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus, P 180mg | 14% |
| Potassium, K 660mg | 19% |
| Selenium, Se 10ug | 19% |
| Sodium, Na 180mg | 12% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.11mg | 10% |
| Water | |
| Water 130g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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