Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad
Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad pairs smoky, tender chicken with crisp romaine and juicy orange segments for a lively bite. A tangy blend of orange and lime juices with chili and cumin doubles as the marinade and dressing, balancing sweet heat with fresh aromatics like shallot and garlic. Ideal for a bright lunch or light dinner, it’s refreshing yet satisfying.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, shallots, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sugar.
- 2
Pour 1/2 of this mixture into a large resealable plastic bag, add the chicken breasts, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 3
Refrigerate the remaining dressing.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
In a large salad bowl, toss romaine lettuce with oranges, celery, and green onions, then set aside.
- 6
Lightly oil the grate and place the chicken on the grill.
- 7
Discard the marinade from the chicken.
- 8
Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.
- 9
Remove the chicken from the grill and slice into thin strips.
- 10
Toss the salad with the reserved dressing and top with the sliced chicken.
- Calories 178.47 kcal Moderate
- Protein 13.64 g Good Source
- Carbs 28.79 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.76 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.18 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 17.58 mg Moderate
- Sodium 53.71 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.82 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.79 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 400.7 mg Good Source
- Iron 6.73 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1270.11 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 774.72 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 55.53 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad is an American dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Celery, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 178.47 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, Garlic, Green Onion. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad?
- About 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 178.47 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 10 steps.
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