Orange-Balsamic Chicken Salad

Already prepared chicken makes this salad a breeze to prepare. The homemade vinaigrette adds a personal touch that tops the salad nicely.

Ingredients:

• 1 package Original Roasted Perdue Short Cuts Chicken Breast
• 8 cups mixed field greens
• 1 can mandarin oranges slices, drained
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup olive oil

Directions:

Mix oranges and pecans with salad greens. Divide among 4 plates. Place chicken strips evenly on top of greens. Mix vinegar, orange juice, brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic and ginger in a medium bowl until well blended. Drizzle in olive oil while whisking until blended. Pour dressing over each salad and serve.

Number of Servings: 4