grilled cajun chicken salad with spicy ranch
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Even the ranch dressing gets a Cajun kick in this lively main-course salad.
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(2 ratings)
yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
20 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Grill
Ingredients For grilled cajun chicken salad with spicy ranch
- FOR SEASONING:
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2 tspsalt
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1/2 tspgarlic powder
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1/2 tsponion powder
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1/2 tspdried thyme
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1/2 tspdried oregano
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1/2 tspground black pepper
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1/2 tsppaprika
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1/2 tspcayenne pepper
- FOR SALAD DRESSING:
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1 3/4 cbuttermilk
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1/2 cmayonnaise
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2 Tbspchopped green onion
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2 Tbspchopped fresh parsely
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1 Tbspapple cider vinegar
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1garlic clove, minced
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1/2 tspgrated lemon peel
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1 1/2 lbskinless boneless chicken breast halves
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5 ozmixed baby greens
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1/2 cpecans, toasted
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1/4 craisins
How To Make grilled cajun chicken salad with spicy ranch
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1Make seasoning: Mix all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
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2Make 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.)
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3Rub 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.
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4Prepare 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.
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5Combine mixed greens, pecans, and raisins in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper.
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6Divide salad among 4 plates. Cut chicken on sharp diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange atop salads and serve.
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