CPK Italian Chopped Salad
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Cooking:
30 min.
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Servings per container:
4
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Ingredients for - CPK Italian Chopped Salad

1. 1/2 shallot, finely chopped -
2. 1 clove garlic, finely chopped -
3. 1/4 c. red wine vinegar -
4. 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard -
5. 1 tsp. dried oregano -
6. 1 tsp. dried parsley -
7. 1 tsp. kosher salt -
8. 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper -
9. 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil -
10. 2 tbsp. finely grated Parmesan -
11. 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken or turkey breasts -
12. 1 tbsp. neutral oil -
13. 1 tsp. kosher salt -
14. 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper -
15. 4 c. thinly sliced (1/4" strips) iceberg lettuce -
16. 4 c. thinly sliced (1/4" strips) romaine -
17. 1 1/2 c. chopped tomatoes -
18. 1 c. canned chickpeas, rinsed, drained -
19. 1 c. shredded mozzarella -
20. 1/2 c. salami (about 2 oz.), thinly sliced, cut into half-moons -
21. 1/2 c. thinly sliced fresh basil -

How to cook deliciously - CPK Italian Chopped Salad

1. Stage

In a medium bowl, whisk shallot, garlic, vinegar, mustard, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper.

2. Stage

While whisking, slowly pour in oil until a smooth, slightly thicker dressing forms. Whisk in Parmesan until combined; set aside until ready to use.

3. Stage

Make Ahead: Dressing, without cheese, can be made 3 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate.

4. Stage

Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 425°. Line a baking sheet with foil. Rub chicken on both sides with oil; season with salt and pepper. Place on prepared sheet.

5. Stage

Bake chicken until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 160°, 20 to 25 minutes.

6. Stage

Let cool to room temperature on sheet, then transfer to a cutting board and cut into 1/4" to 1/2" cubes. (You should have about 2 cups.)

7. Stage

In a large bowl, combine iceberg lettuce, romaine, tomatoes, chickpeas, mozzarella, salami, basil, and chicken and toss to combine. Drizzle dressing over and toss again to combine.

8. Stage

Make Ahead: Chicken can be cooked and chopped 1 day ahead. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate. Lettuces and salami can be chopped 1 day ahead. Store in separate airtight containers and refrigerate.