Chicken Salad In A Whole Wheat Bread Bowl Recipes

CHICKEN SALAD IN A WHOLE WHEAT BREAD BOWL

Steps:

• Cook chicken in sauce pan with enough water to cover until done.
• Drain.
• Cut chicken into 2-inch pieces.
• In a large bowl mix together the mayo, celery, parsley, mustard, oregano, pimento and pepper.
• Add chicken and mix well.
• Spoon 1/2 cup chicken salad into rolls.
• Enjoy!

GREEK CHICKEN SALAD WITH WHOLE WHEAT PITA AND YOGURT WITH APRICOTS

Steps:

• Preheat the grill to medium and lightly brush the grate with oil.
• Combine the apricots and orange juice in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until the apricots are soft, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
• Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Sprinkle the chicken breasts all over with 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper, then toss with 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Grill the chicken until nicely marked and it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
• Brush the pitas with some of the remaining dressing and grill lightly on each side. Cut each into six triangles. Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncini and cucumbers with the remaining dressing. Divide the chicken, pita and salad evenly among four plates.
• For dessert, divide the yogurt among four small bowls and top with the apricots and juices, serve.

SALAD IN A BREAD BOWL

Steps:

• Divide bread dough into four equal portions; pat each into an 8-in. circle. Coat the outside of four 5-in. x 2-in. round ovenproof bowls with cooking spray. Place upside down on a baking sheet. Shape dough circles around bowls. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cauliflower, cucumber, celery and carrots; set aside. , In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Place 2-1/2 cups of lettuce mixture into each bread bowl. Top with 1/4 cup beef mixture. Serve with dressing.