Panzanella Salad with Grilled Chicken
Tomato season ain't over yet (and don't put that grill away either). Below is a delicious salad that can be served as a main dish for a church picnic or Saturday night dinner party. Balsamic vinegar may replace red wine vinegar if you're out. Home grown tomatoes and fresh garden basil make this salad unforgettable.Ingredients2 tablespoon(s) red wine vinegar1 clove(s) garlic, crushed with press3/4 teaspoon(s) salt1/2 teaspoon(s) coarsely ground black pepper4 tablespoon(s) olive oil•1/4 loaf(s) (16-ounce) Italian bread, cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices2 medium red peppers, each cut lengthwise into quarters1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices1 pound(s) skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves2 pound(s) plum tomatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks2 Tbsp. fresh basil leaves, choppedDirections1.Prepare outdoor gas or charcoal grill for covered, direct grilling on medium.2.Meanwhile, prepare vinaigrette: In large bowl, whisk together wine vinegar, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil until blended; set aside.3.In jelly-roll pan, brush bread slices, red peppers, and onion slices with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to lightly coat both sides; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper. With tongs, place bread slices, red peppers, onion slices, and chicken on hot grill grate. Cover grill and cook bread about 3 minutes or until lightly toasted, turning over once. Cook peppers and onion about 8 minutes or until lightly browned and tender, turning over once. Cook chicken about 12 minutes or until chicken loses its pink color throughout, turning over once. As bread, vegetables, and chicken are done, transfer to cutting board. Cut bread slices, chicken, peppers, and onions into 1/2-inch pieces.4.Into vinaigrette in bowl, stir chopped tomatoes, basil, bread, peppers, onion, and chicken; toss to combine. Scoop into bowls to serve.Makes 4 servings. Nutrition Facts per serving: 405 calories, 17 grams fat, 32 grams protein, 33 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams fiber, 66 mg cholesterol, 690 mg sodiumRecipe taken from Good House Keeping