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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"The Bluebird of Happiness long absent from his life, Ned is visited by the Chicken of Depression." -Gary Larson, Amazing Cartoonist

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Using a little honey in a vinaigrette will help reduce the total fat content and take some of the tart edge off of the acidity of the lime. Keep in mind that there are still a lot of calories in honey.

I don't feel that this salad works well with dried basil. The flavor is not fresh and bright. If there's no quality fresh basil available, I would make another dish.


 

Chicken and Basil Salad

Servings: 4 | Serving size: 4 ounces salad

Cooking Time: 30 Minutes | Chilling time: 6 hours

This recipe can easily be multiplied and keeps well for about 48 - 72 hours.

Ingredients

Combine lime juice, shallots, garlic, salt, olive oil, and honey in a large mixing bowl and chill well.

Place water and wine in a shallow pan over high heat. When the liquid is at a shiver, reduce the heat to medium so that it won't boil.

Add the chicken breasts and poach until just done. This should take about 10 minutes; check for an internal temperature of 170° to ensure that the meat is cooked.

When the chicken is cooked through, remove it to a cutting board and cut into strips about 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide and 3 to 4 inches long.

While chicken is still warm, add to the chilled lime mixture and toss to coat well.

Add the basil and toss to coat.

Chill at least 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1 cup salad

Servings: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value
Total Fat 10g 13%
    Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
    Monounsaturated Fat 6g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 200mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 12g 4%
    Dietary Fiber <1g 2%
    Sugars 6g
Protein 26g
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 13%
Calcium 2% Iron 5%
Vitamin K 20mcg Potassium 500mg