Best 10 Chicken Pear Salad Recipes

PEAR CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• On each of four salad plates, arrange the greens, pear, chicken, feta cheese, cranberries and nuts. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salads.

PEAR CHICKEN SALAD WITH MAPLE VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine romaine, chicken, pear, cheese and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, maple syrup and salt. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

CHICKEN PEAR SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE

Steps:

• 1. Arrange equal amounts of the salad greens on each of 4 dinner plates.
• 2. Spoon equal amounts of the dressing evenly over all.
• 3. Top with the chicken, onions and pears. Sprinkle evenly with the blue cheese and black pepper, if desired.
• For additional flavor and texture: Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries or unsweetened cherries on top with 2 ounces thinly sliced red onion (about 1/2 cup).
• For a lighter version: Use reduced fat blue cheese and fat-free dressing.

CHICKEN WITH PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• In a deep bowl, mix olive oil, shallots, garlic, tarragon and mustard.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• Place the chicken breasts in this mixture, coating well.
• Chill for 4 hours.
• Drain the chicken, reserving the marinade.
• Quickly fry the chicken in a deep non-stick pan for 4 minutes on each side.
• Transfer the chicken to a large serving platter.
• Add the marinade to the pan, bring to a boil and sprinkle with the flour.
• Add the chicken stock, apples and walnuts.
• Gently simmer for 5 minutes.
• Return the chicken to the pan with the sauce in it.
• Add the heavy cream and cook for 2 minutes.
• Mix the salad ingredients together and place a small amount on each plate.
• Top each plate with a chicken breast and a spoonful of the sauce.
• Serve immediately.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Arrange the salad greens, cheese, pears and pecans on individual plates. Slice chicken; arrange over salad. Whisk the apple juice concentrate, oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad.

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEAR, BRIE AND PECANS

Steps:

• whisk together mustard, oil, thyme, salt and pepper; brush over chicken.
• place chicken on greased grill over medium-high heat or under broiler; close lid and cook, turning once, for about 10 minutes or until no longer pink inside.
• transfer to cutting board; slice thinly and keep warm.
• Dressing.
• whisk together oil, vinegar, apple juice concentrate, chives, mustard, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper.
• add greens, pear, cheese and pecans; toss to coat.
• divide salad among 4 plates and top with chicken.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SPELT, PEAR AND WATERCRESS SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the grill to medium heat and brush some oil onto the grates.
• Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add the spelt and return to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the berries are tender but not mushy, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• Sprinkle the chicken all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Grill until nicely marked and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 18 to 20 minutes. Set aside to rest.
• Put the lemon juice in medium bowl. Thinly slice the pears and the fennel lengthwise with a mandoline into the bowl. Toss with the lemon juice. Add the spelt, watercress and oil . Toss to dress evenly. Season with 1/8 teaspoon salt and some pepper.
• Divide the salad and chicken evenly among four plates. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the Gruyere or Gouda cheese over each plate. Serve.

CHICKEN, GORGONZOLA AND PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• In bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to taste. Add chicken, walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese and toss lightly. Place greens on individual salad plates. Arrange sliced pears in fan shape along one side on top of greens. With slotted spoon, divide chicken mixture equally among plates. Drizzle any dressing remaining in bowl over pears and greens.

CHICKEN PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Chop chicken, celery, onion, pear, and grapes. Toss in a bowl together.
• 2. Mix the mayonaise, dijon mustard, dill, paprika, salt, pepper, and honey together.
• 3. Add mayonaise mixture to chicken mixture. Stir to combine well. Serve in sandwich wraps, or on a Bulky Roll. Top with lettuce and tomato, and cheese if desired.

CHICKEN AND PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• Divide salad greens among four plates. Top with chicken, red pepper and pears. Sprinkle with pepper; serve with salad dressing.