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Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad with Corn and Lime Basil Dressing Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Low Lactose

Description

This vibrant Grilled Chicken and Peach Salad features juicy grilled peaches and corn, tender seasoned chicken, and a zesty lime basil dressing that brings fresh summer flavors together in a colorful, healthy dish.


Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves (finely minced + extra for garnish)
  • 1 lime (zest)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (approximately 2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Salad and Grill

  • 3 fresh peaches (slightly underripe, halved or quartered)
  • 2 ears corn (husked)
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total, patted dry)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil (+ more for brushing)
  • 5 ounces arugula
  • 1/4 red onion (sliced thin)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans (toasted and coarsely chopped)
  • 4 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
  • lime wedges
  • basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Make Vinaigrette In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, basil, lime zest, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Shake vigorously until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Grill Corn and Peaches Heat your grill pan or grill to medium high heat. Brush or spray with oil.
  3. Brush the corn and peaches with oil. Sprinkle the corn with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred. Set aside to cool, then slice kernels off the cob.
  5. Grill the peaches cut-side down for about 1-2 minutes or until grill marks form and they’ve softened slightly. Remove and let cool.
  6. Grill Chicken If needed, wipe down your grill pan or grill. Reheat to medium-high and brush or spray once more with oil.
  7. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oil.
  8. Grill each breast for 3-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Set aside to rest, then thinly slice.
  9. Assembly In a large bowl or serving platter, layer the arugula, grilled chicken, peaches, corn, red onion, blueberries, pecans, and feta.
  10. Drizzle the vinaigrette over right before serving. Toss and enjoy!

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