Western Chicken Salad in Grapefruit Shells Recipe

Name: Western Chicken Salad in Grapefruit Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 grapefruits; 1 cup boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes; salt and pepper; 1 small avocado, cubed; ¼ cup green onion, chopped; ¼ cup red onion, chopped; ¼ cup celery, chopped; ¼ cup carrot, chopped; ⅓ cup reserved grapefruit juice; ¼ cup rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or 1 teaspoon ginger; ¼ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

2 grapefruits
1 cup boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
salt and pepper
1 small avocado, cubed
¼ cup green onion, chopped
¼ cup red onion, chopped
¼ cup celery, chopped
¼ cup carrot, chopped
⅓ cup reserved grapefruit juice
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or 1 teaspoon ginger
¼ teaspoon pepper

1
Cut grapefruit in half.
2
With a curved grapefruit knife, cut around each section to loosen the flesh from the membrane; remove and reserve the sections of fruit.
3
Squeeze the juice from the shells to equal 1/3 cup.
4
With a spoon, scrape the grapefruit shells clean.
5
Scallop or notch the edges, if desired (*see note below).
6
Chill.
7
While the shells are chilling, season chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Cook the chicken for about 10 minutes over moderate heat in a nonstick pan or until chicken is no longer pink.
9
Combine the reserved grapefruit sections, chicken, avocado and green onions in a bowl.
10
Combine the 1/3 cup reserved grapefruit juice with the other dressing ingredients.
11
Pour over the chicken mixture; mix lightly.
12
Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
13
To serve, use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken mixture to the grapefruit shells, then top with as much dressing as desired.
14
*Note: To scallop any citrus fruit shell, cut in half crosswise.
15
Carefully ream out the juice or cut out the flesh with a grapefruit knife.
16
The edges of the shell can be notched with kitchen shears or a paring knife; for scallops, use a coin to outline the pattern; then cut around the pattern.

199

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 grapefruits, 1 cup boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes, salt and pepper, 1 small avocado, cubed, and more.

Yes, Western Chicken Salad in Grapefruit Shells 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!

Western Chicken Salad in Grapefruit Shells

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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