Name: Blackened Chicken with Chopped Salad
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1.5 tablespoons paprika; 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder, divided; 0.75 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 0.5 teaspoon salt plus a pinch, divided; 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 pound chicken cutlets; 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 8 cups chopped butter lettuce; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered if large

Blackened Chicken with Chopped Salad

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In this spin, we coat this blackened chicken with spices common to Cajun cooking, like dried thyme and cayenne pepper. Then, instead of using the traditional method of searing in a cast-iron pan, we take advantage of the warmer weather by grilling outside.

Hilary Meyer

Published on March 31, 2021

Blackened Chicken with Chopped Salad — Photo: Jason Donnelly

Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Low-Calorie Low Carbohydrate Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons paprika
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
½ teaspoon salt plus a pinch, divided
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound chicken cutlets
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 cups chopped butter lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered if large

Directions

Preheat grill to medium-high.
Combine paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon each pepper and salt, thyme and cayenne in a medium bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat.
Oil the grill rack. Grill the chicken, flipping once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a clean cutting board. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Meanwhile, whisk 2 tablespoons Parmesan, lemon juice, oil and mayonnaise with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper and pinch of salt in a large bowl. Add lettuce and tomatoes and toss to coat. Top the salad with the chicken and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307	Calories
17g	Fat
9g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken & 1 1/2 cups salad
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 29g	58%
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 90mg	30%
Vitamin A 4672IU	93%
Sodium 523mg	23%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.