
Rotisserie Chicken Heirloom Tomato Salad with Charred Corn Relish
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Ingredients
- 12 oz rotisserie chicken breast meat
- 1.5 lb heirloom tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
- 4 cups baby arugula
Instructions
- 1Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-size pieces and place in a large mixing bowl; discard skin if preferred for a lighter lunch plate.
- 2Heat a dry 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high until very hot, about 2 minutes. Add the corn kernels in a single layer and cook undisturbed 2 minutes until deeply charred on one side, then stir and char 1–2 minutes more until fragrant and speckled. Transfer to a plate to cool 5 minutes.
- 3Core and cut the heirloom tomatoes into generous wedges or large chunks so they stay juicy and hold shape.
- 4Finely mince the garlic. In a small jar or bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- 5Tear the basil leaves into rough pieces. Add cooled charred corn, tomato wedges, and most of the basil to the chicken bowl.
- 6Pour three-quarters of the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently so tomatoes release some juices without breaking apart.
- 7Divide arugula among four lunch bowls or meal-prep containers. Spoon the chicken-tomato-corn mixture over the greens.
- 8Scatter feta and remaining basil on top, drizzle with leftover dressing, and finish with an extra grind of black pepper. Serve immediately or chill up to 4 hours for work lunches.