DOUBLE-DUTY CHICKEN & FETA SPINACH SALAD

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In my all-purpose salad, you can change up the pasta, nuts and cheese. If you have tomatoes, leftover turkey or a fresh lemon to squeeze, go for it. -Donna Bardocz, Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta (about 8 ounces)
5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups), finely chopped
4 reserved chicken thighs from Double-Duty Chicken with Olives & Artichokes, shredded, or 1-1/2 cups any shredded cooked chicken
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions for al dente. Drain orzo; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine spinach, orzo, chicken, cheese, almonds and onion. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended; add to salad and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 627mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Sajidur Semanto
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This salad is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Bishnu Bagale
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on Sunday and then eat it throughout the week.


Samson Ojelade
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Titus Conley
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


mudaser khan
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I've tried many spinach salads, but this one is by far the best. The dressing is to die for!


Simbarashe Tom
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also very easy to make.


Dhrup Sha
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Kenneth Washington
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also very flavorful and filling.


Celtic Red
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


PT Boy
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This salad is delicious and refreshing. The dressing is light and flavorful.


Md Bulbul
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of crumbled bacon for extra flavor.


Jane Hollingworth
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover chicken.


Debra Galbreath
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one is an exception. The feta and chicken add a nice richness and flavor.


Kairi Middlehurst
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the combination of flavors and textures.