Description
Discover the perfect Mandarin Chicken Salad recipe! Learn how to create this refreshing dish with juicy chicken, tangy mandarins, and a delicious dressing today.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 5 cup (1200 ml) s baby spinach
- 4 mandarins, peeled and separated
- 1 avocado, ripe and diced
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) slivered almonds
- Sprinkle black and white sesame seeds
- 1 recipe lemon vinaigrette
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients for the vinaigrette, reserving a quarter, and transfer the rest to a container with the chicken for marinating. Ideally, marinate for several hours, though half an hour will suffice.
- Set your oven to 425°F and place the marinated chicken breasts in a baking dish. Cook them in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they are fully done.
- Use a fork or a stand mixer to tear the chicken into pieces. In a large bowl, mix all the components together. Pour the remaining lemon vinaigrette over the top.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are well-coated with lemon vinaigrette for optimal flavor.nSlice cucumber thinly and uniformly for consistent texture.nToast slivered almonds in a dry pan to enhance flavor and add crunch.
