Spiced Chicken Salad With Plums and Chickpeas |
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Prep Time: 1 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 16 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From - By Charlyne Mattox, July, 2011. Garam Masala is a warm seasoning blend typically composed of black pepper, cardamom, cumin, and nutmeg, among other spices. A common ingredient in Indian dishes, it is also delicious added to deviled eggs, tossed with vegetables before roasting, or used as a rub for meat and poultry. You can purchase Garam Masala, or make your own - Garam Masala Ingredients:
1 small red onion (divided ' half coarsely chopped, and half sliced) |
2 garlic cloves |
2 teaspoons garam masala (or 2 teaspoons curry powder) |
3/4 cup low-fat greek yogurt (divided) |
1/4 cup red wine vinegar (see directions) |
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (see directions) |
1 teaspoon salt (divided) |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (divided) |
1 lb chicken breast (2 to 3 boneless, skinless) |
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided) |
1 large head romaine lettuce (torn) |
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas (rinsed and drained) |
1/4 cup dried apricot (sliced) |
1 plum (pitted and thinly sliced) |
Directions:
1. In a blender, puree the chopped onion and the garlic with the garam masala or curry powder, 1/2 cup of the yogurt, 1/4 cup of the vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer to a medium bowl, add the chicken, and turn to coat. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Shake the excess marinade off the chicken. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of yogurt, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of oil with 1 tablespoon water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
4. Add the lettuce, chickpeas, and sliced onion and toss to combine. Top with the chicken, apricots, and plum.
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