SPICY CHICKEN & CHICKPEA SALAD

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A delicious and healthy composed-style salad that you can make as spicy as you wish. I love the whole thing, but I especially love the bite of the lemon juice and chili oil in the green salad. And the chickpea salad is a meal in itself! Makes a great lunch or light dinner, substantial but not overly filling.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
2 1/2 cups fresh spinach, torn
3 1/2 cups red leaf lettuce, torn
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon hot curry oil

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients for the chicken; cover and chill together for at least an hour.
  • Combine all ingredients for the chickpeas; cover and chill together.
  • Saute"marinated" chicken strips in a bit of olive oil until cooked through, about 15 minutes, depending on size of your strips.
  • Chill the cooked chicken.
  • Toss together the spinach and lettuce.
  • Drizzle with the lemon juice& chili oil.
  • Serve green salad with a portion of chickpeas and chicken.

EMMANUEL MTEMELA
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


hafijur rahman
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This salad is a great combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the chickpeas add a nice crunch, and the dressing is perfectly balanced.


Elisha Said
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This is the best chicken salad I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Isha Pamphille
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I made this salad for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


Raja Ayaz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of chicken left over from dinner, and this is a delicious way to use them up.


Shahbaz Cheena
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a little bit of crumbled feta cheese and some chopped walnuts.


APPIAH OBENG
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and veggies. It's also a good source of fiber, which is important for a healthy digestive system.


Jazmon Shelton
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a great combination of flavors and textures.


sharon hughes
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This is the best chicken salad I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Lan Lan
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I made this salad for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


Janalee Long
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone.


Asim Jamali
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this salad is just the right amount of heat. It's definitely got a kick, but it's not overpowering.


Milon Ray
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of chicken left over from dinner, and this is a delicious way to use them up.


Dorothy Phiri
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The dressing is so good! I could drink it straight from the bowl.


Ayman Sami
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Bisal murmu
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This spicy chicken and chickpea salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the chickpeas add a nice crunch, and the dressing is perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of heat. I will definitely