Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mandarin Chicken Salad, where crunchy mixed greens meet juicy mandarins and tender chicken. Perfect for sunny days or casual gatherings, this salad is a delightful celebration of fresh ingredients and tantalizing textures. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests while delivering a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 cups fresh mandarin oranges (peeled)
4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 cucumber (sliced)
½ cup toasted almonds
¼ cup sesame dressing

Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the Veggies: While the chicken cooks, chop mixed greens into bite-sized pieces and slice cucumbers and bell peppers thinly.
Toss Together: In a large bowl, combine chopped greens, sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, mandarin oranges, and toasted almonds once the chicken has cooled.
Add Dressing: Drizzle sesame dressing over the salad mix and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Slice Chicken & Serve: Slice cooked chicken into strips and arrange on top of the salad. Serve immediately for peak freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Pan-Seared
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - Substitute chicken with tofu or grilled shrimp for variation. - Enhance crunch by adding nuts like cashews or walnuts. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; enjoy cold for best texture.