Captiva Shrimp and Chicken Salad Recipe

Captiva Shrimp and Chicken Salad Recipe

  • 4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of fat
  • 1/2 small mango, diced (see Tip), divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dark rum
  • Several dashes of hot sauce, to taste
  • 3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
  • 1 small clove garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 4 ounces cooked, peeled shrimp (31-35 per pound)
  1. Place chicken in a small skillet or saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, reduce to low and simmer gently until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, about 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and use two forks to shred into bite-size pieces. Chill in a medium bowl in the refrigerator while preparing the rest of the salad.
  2. Place 2 tablespoons mango, lime zest and juice, oil, rum, hot sauce, mint, garlic and salt in a blender or food processor; process until smooth.
  3. Add spinach, shrimp and the remaining mango to the cooked chicken. Add the dressing and toss gently to combine.