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GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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When it comes to grilled chicken recipes, we love this refreshing salad in the summer. The real star here is the vinaigrette made with blueberry preserves and maple syrup. It goes great with a fresh baguette and a frosty glass of minted lemonade. -Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup blueberry preserves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
SALADS:
1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges
1 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with oil, garlic, salt and pepper; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., Place greens on a serving plate; top with chicken, blueberries and mandarin oranges. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 clove garlic, peeled and sliced in half
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Rub the sides of a bowl with garlic, then discard. In bowl whisk together mustard, honey and vinegar. While whisking, slowly add olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

BLUEBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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On weekday mornings, I whip up this fun chicken and blueberry combination in minutes to take for lunch. It also works as a nice light salad for a summer supper, and it's a cinch to double it for a shower or potluck. -Kari Caven, Coeur d'Alene, ID

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
3/4 cup lemon yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
Bibb lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Set aside a few blueberries for topping salad. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, red pepper, green onions and remaining blueberries. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise and salt. Add to chicken mixture; gently toss to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve over lettuce. Top with reserved blueberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Chicken Salad With Blueberry Vinaigrette image

Tired of the same boring grill chicken salad??? Well, this blueberry grill chicken salad will definitely perk those taste buds!!

Provided by Heather Gustin

Categories     Berries

Time 1h

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
12 ounces chicken breast halves
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup blueberry preserves
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1 (10 ounce) package salad greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
4 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Place vinaigrette ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Drain and discard marinage. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. When cool enough to handle, cut chicken into slices.
  • Divide salad greens among four serving plates. Top each with chicken, blueberries and oranges. Shake the vinaigrette and drizzle over salads; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.8, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 54.9, Sodium 737, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 22.8, Protein 19.6

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