Express
One Pan
Southwest Blackened Chicken Salad
with chipotle ranch dressing
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs
- Calorie-Conscious
- Carb-Conscious
- Fiber-Rich
- Protein-Packed
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Diced Chicken Thighs
- 1 Roma Tomato
- 4 oz. Black Beans
- 3 fl. oz. Chipotle Ranch Dressing
- 3 oz. Shredded Red Cabbage
- 1 Lime
- 2 oz. Spring Mix
- ½ oz. Tortilla Strips
- ¼ oz. Cilantro
- 1 tsp. Blackening Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories500
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Carbohydrates27g
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Net Carbs21g
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Fat29g
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Protein34g
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Sodium950mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Colander/Strainer
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.
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If using steak strips, pat dry, coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Stir occasionally until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season all over with blackening seasoning. Don't worry about trimming. Excess fat will render while cooking and add flavor.
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2 Cook the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add chicken to hot pan. Stir occasionally until chicken is slightly browned and reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes.Remove from burner.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Prepare the Ingredients
Drain and rinse beans in a colander/strainer.
Core tomato and cut into 1/2" dice.Coarsely chop cilantro.Halve lime. Juice one half; keeping remaining half whole. -
4 Assemble Salad and Finish Dish
In a mixing bowl, combine spring mix, cabbage, tomatoes, cilantro, beans, half the dressing (to taste; reserve remaining for garnish), a pinch of salt, and 2 tsp. lime juice.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping salad with chicken, remaining dressing (to taste), and tortilla strips. Squeeze remaining lime half over to taste. Bon appétit!
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