Protein Rich Italian style Caprese Salad

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  • Total Time 30-40 minutes
Yields 3-4 servings
Difficulty -
Prep Time -
Cooking Time -
Total Time 30-40 mins

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Ingredients:
  • Boneless Chicken - 300-400 Gms
  • Black Pepper powder, as required
  • Salt to taste
  • Olive oil - 2-3 Tablespoon

For Garlic-Balsamic Dressing:

  • Rice wine Vinegar - 1 Tablespoon
  • Balsamic Vinegar - ¼ cup
  • Olive Oil - 1 Tablespoon
  • Minced Garlic - 1 Teaspoon
  • Finely chopped fresh Basil Leaves - 1 Tablespoon
  • Brown sugar - 1 Tablespoon
  • Salt - ¼ Teaspoon

For Salad:

  • Cooked Chickpeas - 1 cup
  • Cooked Quinoa - 1 cup
  • Fully Ripe Avocado - 1 , sliced
  • Lettuce Leaves, sliced - 3 cups
  • Fresh Basil leaves - ½ cup
  • Mozzarella Cheese, cubed - ½ cup
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved - 1 cup
  • Olives, sliced - optional
Instructions:

Initial Preparation:

  1. Mix together the ingredients mentioned in 'For Garlic-Balsamic Dressing' in a bowl.
  2. Take the chicken thighs, 2 tablespoons of the prepared balsamic dressing, black pepper powder, salt in a large bowl.
  3. Mix well and set aside for 20 minutes. Keep aside the remaining balsamic dressing.

Salad Preparation:

  1. Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan.
  2. Add in the chicken pieces along with the marinade.
  3. Cook on each side until cooked through on low-medium heat. Remove the chicken pieces from pan and cut into strips.
  4. Add the chicken strips and the ingredients mentioned in 'For salad' in a large salad bowl.
  5. Add in the remaining salad dressing, season with black pepper powder and salt.
  6. Toss to combine and serve immediately.
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