Indulge in a culinary delight with Flat Belly Caribbean Chicken Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the bold tastes of the Caribbean with the health benefits of a balanced meal. This tantalizing salad features succulent chicken marinated in a blend of zesty Caribbean spices, grilled to perfection and then artfully combined with a refreshing mix of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and a zesty avocado dressing. For a vegetarian twist, try the Flat Belly Caribbean Black Bean Salad, where tender black beans take the place of chicken, delivering a protein-packed and equally delicious alternative. And if you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Flat Belly Caribbean Quinoa Salad offers a satisfying combination of quinoa, black beans, and a zesty dressing, all while being gluten-free and filling. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body with these vibrant and flavorful Caribbean-inspired salads, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
Work that skillet with the chicken and seasonings, and you'll cruise upon Island flavors to brag about without leaving home!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 27m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken in heavy-duty resealable plastic food-storage bag. Sprinkle seasoning blend over chicken; seal bag and shake until chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet; drain on paper towels.
- Toss salad greens, peaches, onion and bell pepper in large bowl; divide evenly among 8 plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 850 mg
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
With just a few things done ahead of time, your dinner can be a breeze.
Provided by Marcy Dzurisin
Categories Salad
Time 2h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the chicken in a bowl, and cover with the teriyaki marinade sauce. Marinate at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- In a small bowl mix the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro. Cover salsa, and refrigerate.
- In a small bowl, mix the mustard, honey, sugar, oil, vinegar, and lime juice. Cover dressing, and refrigerate.
- Preheat the grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil grill grate. Place chicken on the grill, and discard marinade. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.
- Arrange mixed salad greens on plates. Spoon some of the salsa over each salad, and sprinkle with 1/4 of the pineapple chunks. Break tortilla chips into large chunks, and sprinkle over salads. Lay some of the grilled chicken strips on each salad. Finally, drizzle dressing over each salad, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.9 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1561.1 mg, Sugar 44.2 g
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH MANGO DRESSING
A recipe for grilled Caribbean Chicken Salad packed with crisp veggies, black beans, juicy chicken and sweet oranges, topped with a tangy mango dressing.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Salad
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, and ginger in a gallon-sized ziptop bag, seal tightly pressing out all of the air, and "squish" to combine. Add the chicken, firmly seal the bag again, and move the chicken around gently so that all sides are coated and it lays flat when the bag is on its side. Let marinade for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight. (If refrigerating overnight, let the chicken stand at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to grilling.) Meanwhile, prepare the dressing and other ingredients.
- Place the sliced red onions in a small bowl with water. Let sit while you prepare the rest of the salad (this mellows the red onions' bite, while maintaining their flavor; if you like the taste of raw red onion as is, you can feel free to skip this step).
- Make the dressing: Puree the mango, lime juice, honey, cumin, coriander, and cayenne in your food processor until smooth. With the processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and blend to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Use for salad, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before using.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or an outdoor grill over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, lightly shake off the excess, and grill for about 2 minutes per side, until cooked through (see ingredient notes for more information about length of cooking time). Remove to plate and let stand for 5 minutes. Cut into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine, red bell pepper, black beans, and red onion. Add the chicken, drizzle with the mango lime dressing. Toss to coat. Scatter the oranges and cilantro over the top, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4) with 2 tablespoons of mango dressing, Calories 371 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 591 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 30 g
LAYERED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
For a tropical theme party or casual buffet, this colorful creation will bring a ray of sunshine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 3-quart glass trifle bowl, layer lettuce, chicken, black beans, tomatoes and mangoes.
- In jar with tight-fitting lid, shake dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; serve immediately. Or, cover and refrigerate salad and dressing separately up to 4 hours; drizzle salad with dressing just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
FLAT BELLY- CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by Treebs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1.) Sprinkle the chicken with the jerk seasoning, 1 tsp of the oil, and 1 tbsp of the lime juice. Rub in the seasonings. Let stand for 15 minutes. 2.) Coat a stovetop grill pan with cooking spray. Warm over med-high heat for 3 minutes. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, for 10 to 12 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 165 degree F. Remove from the pan to a clean plate. 3.) Whisk the orange juice, honey, salt, remaining 2 tbsp oil, and remaining 2 tbsp lime juice in a large bowl. Add the onion and greens and toss to coat well. 4.) Cut the chicken into 1/4" thick diagonal slices. Pour any chicken juices from the plate into the salad. Add the mango and avocado to the salad and toss gently again. Divide the salad among 4 plates and top each with equal portions of the chicken.
GLUTEN-FREE LAYERED CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
Zip up chicken salad with a three-ingredient dressing made from piña colada yogurt and jerk seasoning.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
- In 3- or 4-quart clear glass serving bowl, layer salad ingredients in order listed, except cashews. Spoon dressing evenly over salad; sprinkle cashews over top.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 1 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g
FLAT BELLY - THE BEST GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Treebs
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1.) Prepare the grill for med-hot direct-heat grilling (see note below). 2.) To prepare the chicken, lightly pound the chicken to an even thickness using a meat mallet or the heel of your hand. toss the chicken with the oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Set over the heat on a grill rack that has been coated with oil. grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until the chicken is well marked and a thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165 degree F. 3.) To prepare the sauce, combine the basil, vinegar, shallots, mustard, honey salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil to combine. Spoon over sliced grilled chicken breasts. NOTE: To coat the grill with a thin layer of oil, which will help prevent sticking, crumple a ball of foil, drizzle with a tsp of vegetable oil, and rub onto the surface of the grill with a pair of tongs.
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD W/ FAT-FREE DRESSING
Tropical chicken salad. Makes 4 main meal serving or serves 8-10 as a side dish. Beautiful addition to a picnic or potluck! Adapted & lightened from Pillsbury website
Provided by Brooke the Cook in
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together dressing ingredients, set aside.
- Toss salad ingredients together OR layer in order listed into clear serving bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.2, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 42.8, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 11.4, Protein 21.7
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD
This is a great summer salad. It's really easy to make, and kids love it. I like to stuff the salad into pitas and serve it like that, but it can stand alone as well.
Provided by mosma
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 42m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk lime juice, honey, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle in oil, whisking until thickened.
- Place 1/4 c dressing in a shallow dish. Add chicken and marinate, covered, in fridge for 1 hour.
- Heat grill to medium and oil rack. Grill Chicken for 6 minutes per side, until cooked through, or broil for 5 min per side.
- Cool slightly, then cut into 1/2"-thick slices.
- Put remaining ingredients and chicken into a bowl. Drizzle with remaining dressing.
- Optional: Stuff salad into pitas and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.6, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 91.3, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 16.1, Sugar 19.6, Protein 35.6
FLAT BELLY - CHICKEN W/ROMESCO SAUCE RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by Treebs
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1.) Toast the garlic and bread in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add the almonds and continue cooking and stirring for 3 minutes or until the almonds are toasted. Transfer to a food processor fitted with a metal blade or a blender. Add the peppers, tomato, vinegar, paprika, salt, and oil and puree. Set aside. 2.) Coat the same skillet with olive oil cooking spray and return to medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, for 5 minutes or until browned. Remove to a plate. Add the reserved almond mixture and bring to a simmer over medium heat. 3.) Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 165 degree F.
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD
Fresh, colorful veggies join spiced-up chicken and canned black beans in this flavor-packed salad.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients until well blended.
- In large bowl, toss all salad ingredients except lettuce. Pour dressing over salad; toss. Serve on lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg
HERBED CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-25089
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine tarragon, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice and salt in a large bowl. Stir in chicken and onion. Top each of 4 bread slices with 1 lettuce leaf, about 1/2 packed cup chicken salad, 1/4 cup micro-greens, and 1 bread slice.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your salad.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Use a variety of textures. This will make your salad more interesting and enjoyable to eat. Some good options include crunchy vegetables, such as celery and cucumber; soft vegetables, such as tomatoes and avocado; and nuts or seeds.
- Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will weigh down your salad and make it less refreshing. A good option is a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs.
- Serve your salad immediately. Salads are best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator and dress it just before serving.
Conclusion:
The Flat Belly Caribbean Chicken Salad is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing meal that is perfect for summer. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is low in calories and fat. This salad is also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So, next time you are looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try.
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