WARM AND LIMEY CHICKEN SALAD

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Marinated boneless chicken breast strips are placed on a bed of lettuce with mandarin oranges, walnuts, and golden raisins, then dressed in a tangy lime dressing.

Provided by Deb

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
½ teaspoon rice vinegar
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 head red leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
¼ cup golden raisins
¼ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a jar, combine lime juice, sugar, lime zest, rice vinegar, and mustard. Shake well, and set aside. In a small bowl, mix chicken with limeade concentrate and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir chicken 4 to 6 minutes, or until no longer pink, and juices run clear.
  • Divide lettuce onto 4 salad plates. Top with mandarin orange segments, golden raisins, and walnuts. Place cooked chicken on top, and drizzle lightly with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 69.3 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 93.2 mg, Sugar 29.2 g

Wassam Majid
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that it's so versatile and can be served on its own or with a side of bread or salad.


Imtyaz Khan
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was so light and refreshing.


Mohamed Alhabib
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the lime, cilantro, and avocado. It's the perfect summer dish.


AK Birds l0vEr
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more lime juice. I love the tangy flavor that it adds.


goodluck ken
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This is the best chicken salad I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shawn Dingman
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. The lime and cilantro give it a really unique flavor that I love.


Affan Mustafa
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


David Ojochoko Emmanuel
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some cooked chicken in the fridge, so this is a quick and easy meal.


Chris Urquhart
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The lime and cilantro give it a really unique and delicious flavor.


Junaid ansari
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in no time and it turned out perfectly.


Jake Riedel
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This is a great recipe for summer! The lime and cilantro really brighten up the chicken salad and the roasted corn adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Nikolai Delaughder
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Biketi Fred
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This chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The lime and cilantro give it a bright and tangy flavor, while the avocado adds a creamy richness. I also love the addition of the roasted corn and bla