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Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:4Jump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:4
Active Time:10 mins
Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:10 mins
Total Time:
Servings:4
Servings:
4
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1(12-ounce) jarmarinated roasted red peppers, drained⅔cupunsalted roasted almondsorcashews¼cuppanko breadcrumbs2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil1tablespoonfresh lemon juice1 ½teaspoonsbalsamic vinegar1teaspoonhoney1teaspoonsalt½teaspoonground cumin½teaspoonground coriander¼teaspooncrushed red pepper¼cupmayonnaise12ouncesshredded rotisserie chicken (about 3 cups)1cuploosely packed Little Gem lettuce leaves8sliceswhole-grain bread, toasted if desired
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Ingredients
1(12-ounce) jarmarinated roasted red peppers, drained
⅔cupunsalted roasted almondsorcashews
¼cuppanko breadcrumbs
2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
1 ½teaspoonsbalsamic vinegar
1teaspoonhoney
1teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonground cumin
½teaspoonground coriander
¼teaspooncrushed red pepper
¼cupmayonnaise
12ouncesshredded rotisserie chicken (about 3 cups)
1cuploosely packed Little Gem lettuce leaves
8sliceswhole-grain bread, toasted if desired
Directions
Place roasted red peppers, almonds (or cashews), panko, oil, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, salt, cumin, coriander and crushed red pepper in a mini food processor. Process until smooth and creamy (it’s OK if some lumps remain), 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer 1/2 cup of the mixture to a medium bowl; add mayonnaise and stir until combined. (Reserve the remaining red pepper mixture for another use.)
Add chicken to the bowl with the dressing; fold together until fully coated. Arrange lettuce leaves on 4 bread slices. Top with the chicken mixture (about 3/4 cup each). Top with the remaining bread slices. Slice the sandwiches in half before serving, if desired.
Tips
To make ahead
Refrigerate muhammara and dressing (Step 1) separately airtight for up to 5 days.
Frequently Asked QuestionsRotisserie chickencan be a healthy shortcut to dinner and is a great source of protein. If you’re watching your saturated fat intake, you may want to opt for mostly white meat, since it has about a third of the amount of saturated fat as dark meat does. The same goes for limiting the skin. Whether on the white or dark meat, the skin adds about 1.5 extra grams of saturated fat (for an extra 6 grams of total fat) per cup of diced chicken meat.Some rotisserie chickens have also been brined or injected with a saline solution to add flavor and make sure they stay juicy while cooking (of note, the saline solution might also include other ingredients, including sweeteners and thickeners). This is great taste-wise, butif you’re watching your sodium intake, it can really add to your daily quota. Then there are the seasonings the chicken may be coated with, which can add even more sodium to the list. Unfortunately, not all rotisserie chickens have a nutrition label. If this is the case, ask the deli manager how their chickens are cooked, including any added ingredients. If you want to skip the rotisserie chicken altogether, try ourBest Poached Chickenin this recipe instead.To shred a rotisserie chicken, remove and discard the skin. Carefully separate the meat from the bones and discard any cartilage. Pull the chicken apart with your hands or two forks until shredded.Yes, you can swap in sunflower seeds for the nuts.Little Gem lettuce is a cross between romaine and butter lettuce, with tender green leaves and a mild, sweet flavor. If you can’t find Little Gem lettuce, you can use romaine lettuce hearts instead.Use muhammara as a dip for raw vegetables, bread or pita chips. Add it tomeal-prep bowls, spread it onsandwichesor spoon it overgrilled chicken,grilled fishorgrilled vegetables.Yes, you can. Please note that it will alter the nutritional profile of the recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rotisserie chickencan be a healthy shortcut to dinner and is a great source of protein. If you’re watching your saturated fat intake, you may want to opt for mostly white meat, since it has about a third of the amount of saturated fat as dark meat does. The same goes for limiting the skin. Whether on the white or dark meat, the skin adds about 1.5 extra grams of saturated fat (for an extra 6 grams of total fat) per cup of diced chicken meat.Some rotisserie chickens have also been brined or injected with a saline solution to add flavor and make sure they stay juicy while cooking (of note, the saline solution might also include other ingredients, including sweeteners and thickeners). This is great taste-wise, butif you’re watching your sodium intake, it can really add to your daily quota. Then there are the seasonings the chicken may be coated with, which can add even more sodium to the list. Unfortunately, not all rotisserie chickens have a nutrition label. If this is the case, ask the deli manager how their chickens are cooked, including any added ingredients. If you want to skip the rotisserie chicken altogether, try ourBest Poached Chickenin this recipe instead.
Rotisserie chickencan be a healthy shortcut to dinner and is a great source of protein. If you’re watching your saturated fat intake, you may want to opt for mostly white meat, since it has about a third of the amount of saturated fat as dark meat does. The same goes for limiting the skin. Whether on the white or dark meat, the skin adds about 1.5 extra grams of saturated fat (for an extra 6 grams of total fat) per cup of diced chicken meat.
Some rotisserie chickens have also been brined or injected with a saline solution to add flavor and make sure they stay juicy while cooking (of note, the saline solution might also include other ingredients, including sweeteners and thickeners). This is great taste-wise, butif you’re watching your sodium intake, it can really add to your daily quota. Then there are the seasonings the chicken may be coated with, which can add even more sodium to the list. Unfortunately, not all rotisserie chickens have a nutrition label. If this is the case, ask the deli manager how their chickens are cooked, including any added ingredients. If you want to skip the rotisserie chicken altogether, try ourBest Poached Chickenin this recipe instead.
To shred a rotisserie chicken, remove and discard the skin. Carefully separate the meat from the bones and discard any cartilage. Pull the chicken apart with your hands or two forks until shredded.
Yes, you can swap in sunflower seeds for the nuts.
Little Gem lettuce is a cross between romaine and butter lettuce, with tender green leaves and a mild, sweet flavor. If you can’t find Little Gem lettuce, you can use romaine lettuce hearts instead.
Use muhammara as a dip for raw vegetables, bread or pita chips. Add it tomeal-prep bowls, spread it onsandwichesor spoon it overgrilled chicken,grilled fishorgrilled vegetables.
Yes, you can. Please note that it will alter the nutritional profile of the recipe.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2023
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)453Calories22gFat31gCarbs33gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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