Meal Kit

Sweet Chicken 'N' Ranch Salad

with caramelized onions

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs

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  • Calorie-Conscious
  • Carb-Conscious
  • Protein-Packed

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Diced Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 Romaine Heart
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 Roma Tomato
  • 3 fl. oz. Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
  • 2 oz. Baby Spinach
  • 1½ oz. BBQ Sauce
  • 1 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Salt

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    470
  • Carbohydrates
    25g
  • Net Carbs
    20g
  • Fat
    26g
  • Protein
    37g
  • Sodium
    1580mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Microwave
  • 1 Heat-Safe Mixing Bowl

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

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.

  • If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.

  • 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.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Hold romaine at root end and chop coarsely.

    Core tomato and cut into 1/2" dice.

    Halve and peel onion. Slice halves into thin strips.

    Pat chicken dry and season all over with a pinch of pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Onions

    Place onions in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave covered until softened, 1-3 minutes.

    Carefully remove from microwave.

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1/2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add onions and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until onions have browned, 6-8 minutes.

    Remove from burner and transfer onions to a heat-safe mixing bowl. Let cool, at least 5 minutes.

    While onions cook, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1/2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add chicken to hot pan and cook undisturbed until lightly charred, 3-5 minutes.

    Stir occasionally until browned all over and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 3-5 minutes.

    Remove from burner and stir in BBQ sauce until coated.

    While chicken cooks, continue recipe.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Salad

    Add romaine, spinach, cheese, garlic salt, onions, tomatoes, and dressing to a mixing bowl. Toss until combined.

  5. 5

    Finish the Dish

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping salad with chicken. Bon appétit!

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