Jade Brown DVM
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Italian Chicken Salad with Fennel and Arugula
A refreshing Italian-style chicken salad featuring tender roasted chicken, crisp fennel, and peppery arugula, all tossed in a zesty garlic-lemon dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is both satisfying and full of flavor.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:lunch
- Diet:gluten-free
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:13
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup
- 3 cloves
- 2
- 2 pounds
- 1 bulb
- 3 stalks
- 1
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1
- to taste
- to taste
- 1 bunch
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Italian Chicken Salad with Fennel and Arugula.
Step 1
Start by heating a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is warm, toss in the minced garlic and sautΓ© it until it becomes soft and golden brown, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 3
When the garlic is just right, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in some fresh lemon juice.
Step 4
Let this delightful mixture cool down for a bit.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine your diced chicken, sliced fennel, chopped celery, diced red onion, and fresh parsley.
Step 6
Gently toss everything together to ensure an even mix.
Step 7
Now, add the cooled garlic and olive oil blend to the bowl, along with creamy mayonnaise, a sprinkle of lemon zest, salt, and a dash of black pepper.
Step 8
Stir everything until itβs well combined and bursting with flavor.
Step 9
To serve, create a lovely bed of peppery arugula on a platter and spoon the vibrant chicken salad right on top.
Step 10
Enjoy this refreshing dish immediately for the best taste!.