Chicken and Grapefruit Salad Recipe

Name: Chicken and Grapefruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon canola or corn oil; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded; 1 tablespoon soy sauce (lowest sodium available); 8 cups mixed salad greens; 1 cup grapefruit sections; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion (about 2 ounces); 2/3 cup grapefruit juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

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In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom.
2
Cook the chicken for 3 minutes.
3
Brush the tops with half the soy sauce.
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Turn over.
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Cook for 4 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
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Using a clean brush, brush the tops with the remaining soy sauce.
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Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.
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Meanwhile, arrange the salad greens on plates.
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Top each serving with the grapefruit and onion.
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Cut the chicken into thin strips.
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Arrange on the salads.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
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Spoon over the salads.
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(Per Serving)
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Calories: 221
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Total Fat: 3.0g
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Saturated: 0.5g
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Trans: 0.0g
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Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
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Monounsaturated: 1.0g
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Cholesterol: 66mg
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Sodium: 201mg
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Carbohydrates: 20g
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Fiber: 3g
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Sugars: 16g
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Protein: 30g
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Dietary Exchanges
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1 Fruit
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1 Vegetable
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3 Very Lean Meat

260

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon canola or corn oil, 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded, 1 tablespoon soy sauce (lowest sodium available), 8 cups mixed salad greens, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Grapefruit Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken and Grapefruit Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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