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Grilled Cajun Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing Recipe

Grilled Cajun Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing Recipe

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Grilled Cajun Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing

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Ingredients:

Serving

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
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 lb skinless boneless chicken breast halves
1 5-oz package mixed baby greens
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup raisins

Directions:

Make seasoning: Mix all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
Make salad dressing: 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.)
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.
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.
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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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	679.04 Kcal (2843 kJ)
Calories from fat	459.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	51.06g	79%
Cholesterol	123.68mg	41%
Sodium	2004.93mg	84%
Potassium	884.28mg	19%
Total Carbs	19.55g	7%
Sugars	7.37g	29%
Dietary Fiber	3.96g	16%
Protein	41.12g	82%
Vitamin C	4.6mg	8%
Iron	1.7mg	9%
Calcium	171.1mg	17%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	189.13 Kcal (792 kJ)
Calories from fat	128 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.22g	79%
Cholesterol	34.45mg	41%
Sodium	558.44mg	84%
Potassium	246.3mg	19%
Total Carbs	5.45g	7%
Sugars	2.05g	29%
Dietary Fiber	1.1g	16%
Protein	11.45g	82%
Vitamin C	1.3mg	8%
Iron	0.5mg	9%
Calcium	47.7mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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