Lunch: Asian Rotisserie Chicken Salad

For a salad with the best texture, shred the chicken instead of cubing it. The technique is simple: Holding a fork, tines down, in each hand, pull the meat into pieces along the grain.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Romaine Lettuce

Health benefits of Asian Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood.

Ingredients

2 c. fresh cilantro leaves and soft stems
1/4 c. fresh lime juice
1/4 c. vegetable oil
Coarse salt
ground pepper
1 rotisserie chicken
1/4 medium red cabbage
1 red bell pepper
2 scallions
1 head romaine lettuce
1/2 c. cashews

Instructions

Make dressing: In a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, and oil; season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, cabbage, bell pepper, and scallions; season with salt and pepper. In another large bowl, toss lettuce with 1/2 cup dressing. Divide among four bowls, and top with chicken mixture. Drizzle all with remaining dressing, and sprinkle with cashews. Looking for more chicken recipes? Try our collections of chicken breast recipes, chicken casserole recipes, and recipes for leftover chicken.

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