Quick, healthy take on summertime chicken salad

Recently, I wanted to go for a hike after work, but still wanted to make a good dinner.

So, I stuffed a whole chicken with two lemons cut in half and roasted that while I went for a hike.

I returned to a delicious meal, but using a whole bird is a bit much for just me, so I had some leftovers.

A new friend, Michele, has inspired me to try eating healthier again.

Chicken is full of protein and very healthy. Chicken salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted chicken, but I wanted something different than the standard chicken salad fare and healthier to boot.

The recipe below makes a refreshing chicken salad and eating it on a Romaine leaf helps keeps the carbs and calories down.

This is definitely a quick and easy recipe that I wanted to share. Give it a try the next time you have leftover chicken, I’m sure you will enjoy it!

REFRESHING ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD

Prep Time: 10 min Ready in: 15 min Ingredients: 3 c. roasted chicken, chopped (mixing dark and light meat works best) ¾ c. mayonnaise 2 tbs. chopped fresh dill 1 c. red seedless grapes, slice 1 can (11 oz. ) mandarin oranges, drained ½ c. roasted sunflower seeds Romaine lettuce Directions: 1. Mix the chicken, mayonnaise and dill in a large bowl, blend well. Add the grapes, oranges and sunflower seeds, carefully fold them into the mix 2. Place several tablespoons of the chicken salad onto a single Romaine leaf,serve and enjoy!