ESCAROLE SALAD WITH ROAST LEMON CHICKEN, LARDONS, AND POACHED EGGS

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Moist chicken plays off the chewiness of the bacon, just as the cool greens contrast with the warm, silky poached egg in this main-dish salad. Using the pan juices from roast chicken in the vinaigrette adds depth and complexity. If forgoing the drippings, you will need an additional teaspoon of lemon juice and tablespoon of olive oil for the dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound piece slab bacon or thick-cut sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-by-1-inch pieces (lardons)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons pan juices from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken (or 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil)
1 head escarole, trimmed, leaves torn into large pieces, washed well, and spun dry (about 10 cups)
2 cups shredded chicken from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken
1 tablespoon white vinegar
4 large eggs
Fried lemon zest (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Cook lardons in a skillet over medium heat until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate, and let cool completely.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in oil, then pan juices. Add escarole, chicken, and lardons, and toss to coat evenly. Divide among 4 plates.
  • Bring 1 1/2 inches water to a simmer in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in vinegar. Crack 1 egg into a small bowl. Holding bowl just above surface of water, gently pour egg into skillet. Repeat with remaining 3 eggs. Poach eggs, undisturbed, just until whites are firm and yolks are still runny, about 4 minutes (for firmer yolks, poach 1 to 2 minutes longer).
  • Carefully remove eggs from water with a slotted spoon, letting excess water drain off. Place 1 egg on top of each salad, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fried lemon zest, and serve immediately. Note: The eggs in this recipe are not fully cooked.

Mohsin MS love Mahar
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The escarole is bitter, the chicken is savory, and the lardons are salty. It's a perfect balance.


Genesis Betancourth
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This salad is a great way to get your vegetables in. It's also a very filling and satisfying dish.


Arbnora Neziri
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Dotse Rose
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very healthy and flavorful dish.


Austin Henriksen
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The escarole is bitter, the chicken is savory, and the lardons are salty. It's a perfect balance.


MD SAIDUL KHAN MD SAIDL KHAN
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This salad is a great way to get your vegetables in. It's also a very filling and satisfying dish.


SellMySins
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Asare Janet
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very healthy and flavorful dish.


Gemma Golden
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The escarole is bitter, the chicken is savory, and the lardons are salty. It's a perfect balance.


Michael Krajnak
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This salad is a great way to get your vegetables in. It's also a very filling and satisfying dish.


Hafizu Halidu
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Donovan Kock
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very healthy and flavorful dish.


Kuwait Kuwaiti
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Nick Dixon
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This salad was absolutely delicious! The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.