Blackened Chicken Dinner-Salad Recipe

Hearty & Protein-Packed; this blackened-chicken salad is promised to satisfy every appetite.

 

Blackened-Chicken Seasoning:

 

• 2-3 Tbsp Chili Powder
• 2-3 Tbsp Paprika
• 2-3 Tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp  Cayenne Pepper
• Salt & Pepper; to taste
• Squeeze of Lime Juice; optional
  

Pat Chicken Dry with a Paper Towel. Place Chicken into Gallon Freezer-Bag with Seasonings; Shake. Remove Fully-Coated Chicken and place into Cast-Iron Pan; medium-high heat about 6mins each side or until internal temp reaches 165F. Add a squeeze of Lime Juice then, Remove from heat and allow to rest 5mins before slicing for salad.

Salad:

This portion is more or less up to you. Consider adding additional proteins & fats; those are the things that are going to really help keep satiated & energized.

Here is what I added to my bed of Spring Mix:

• Boiled Egg Slices
• Crumbled Bacon
• Parmesan Cheese
• Diced Avocado
• Sliced Red Onions
• Croutons
• 7-Grain Rice Mix

Additional Ideas to Increase Nutrition:
 

• Sliced Grape Tomatoes 
• Sliced Cucumbers
• Spinach 
• Farrow (a grain)
• Quinoa
• Brown Rice
• Goat Cheese Crumbles 
  

Dressing: 

Psst, I just used the knock-off Olive Garden dressing from Aldi's ;) It's okay to take short cuts sometimes to spend more time enjoying your food with your family.

 

Enjoy! ;)