Sizzling Chicken Salad Recipe
Sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, zucchini, summer squash & chicken breast tossed hot & nested on a bed of cool greens.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Salad Greens
Seasonings and Dressing
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Cook the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, and summer squash. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- 5
Combine Chicken and Vegetables
Return the sautéed chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add lemon juice, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large serving bowl or individual plates, place a bed of mixed greens.
- 7
Top with Chicken and Vegetables
Spoon the sizzling chicken and vegetable mixture on top of the greens.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately while hot, optionally drizzling with additional lemon juice for added flavor.