Warm Caribbean Chicken and Rice Salad With Almonds

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 0
Warm Caribbean Chicken and Rice Salad with Almonds
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Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil , divided
12 ounces chicken breast tenders , cut into bite-size pieces
1 package yellow rice
1/2 cup chopped cilantro , divided
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion ( such as Vidalia or another variety )
1 seeded and finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1 teaspoon caribbean jerk seasoning
1 1/4 cups fresh orange juice or 1 1/4 cups other orange juice , divided
1 teaspoon arrowroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon orange zest ( orange part only )
1 cup orange section ( fresh , canned or chilled )
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
440
Sugar
20g
Fat
13g
This Warm Caribbean Chicken and Rice Salad with Almonds is inspired by the flavors of the Caribbean. The chicken and rice are seasoned with caribbean jerk seasoning, which is a blend of spices that includes allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The dish is then topped with a sweet and tangy orange sauce, orange sections, and toasted almonds for added texture. This salad is a great option for people who want a nutritious and flavorful meal that is easy to prepare.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.
3.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add chicken, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
4.Prepare the yellow rice according to package instructions.
5.In a bowl, add chopped cilantro, sweet onion, jalapeno pepper, and caribbean jerk seasoning. Mix well. Add chicken and stir.
6.In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of orange juice, arrowroot, salt, and orange zest. Heat mixture over medium heat and bring to a boil until thickened.
7.Pour thickened orange juice mixture over chicken mixture. Add remaining 1/4 of orange juice and orange sections. Toss gently.
8.Place spinach leaves on a platter. Top with yellow rice. Spoon chicken mixture on top. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and remaining cilantro.

PROS

This salad is a complete meal with protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates.

It is a colorful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

CONS

The recipe calls for Caribbean jerk seasoning, which can be difficult to find in some areas.

It may be too spicy for some people, so adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with nutritional benefits.
Chicken is a great source of lean protein, while spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals.
Orange juice is high in vitamin C, and almonds are a good source of healthy fats.

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