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Aug032009

Chicken Berry Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

(Via McCormicks) The Citrus Vinaigrette is a perfect foil for the chicken, berries and pecans in this main dish salad. Serve at a summer luncheon or pack the ingredients separately to bring to a picnic.

Makes 4 servings.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Refrigerate Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Green salad with grilled chickenINGREDIENTS

Citrus Vinaigrette:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil

  • 1/3 cup orange juice

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 1 teaspoon McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground

  • 1 teaspoon McCormick® Ginger, Ground

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt


Salad:

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves

  • 1 package (6 ounces) baby spinach leaves

  • 1 cup blueberries

  • 1/2 cup raspberries

  • 1/2 cup sliced strawberries

  • 1/4 cup toasted pecan pieces


DIRECTIONS

  1. For the Vinaigrette, mix all ingredients in small bowl until well blended. Refrigerate 1/2 of the vinaigrette to use as dressing. Place chicken in large resealable plastic bag or glass dish. Add remaining vinaigrette; turn to coat well.

  2. Refrigerate 30 minutes or longer for extra flavor. Remove chicken from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade.

  3. Grill over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes per side or until chicken is cooked through, turning frequently. Cut chicken into thin slices.

  4. Toss spinach, berries and pecans in large bowl. Divide among 4 plates. Arrange chicken over salad. Whisk reserved vinaigrette. Drizzle over salads.


NUTRITION INFORMATION

Calories: 439
Fat: 27 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Cholesterol: 73 mg
Sodium: 208 mg
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 29 g

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