CRISPY NUTTY CHICKEN SALAD

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You might think crispy and nutty about covers it for this chicken salad. But it's so much more than that. It's citrusy, cheesy and herb-licious, too.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup finely chopped PLANTERS Dry Roasted Peanuts
3 Tbsp. seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil, divided
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper, divided
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/2 cup prepared GOOD SEASONS Basil Vinaigrette Dressing Mix, divided
2 Tbsp. oil
8 cups loosely packed torn mixed baby greens
3 navel orange, peeled, sectioned
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

Steps:

  • Combine nuts, bread crumbs, 1 Tbsp. basil and 1/4 tsp. pepper in shallow dish. Brush both sides of chicken with 2 Tbsp. dressing. Dip in nut mixture, pressing firmly to coat.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 6 to 7 min. on each side or until done (165°F). Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Meanwhile, combine greens, oranges, tomatoes and cheese in large bowl. Mix remaining dressing, remaining basil and remaining pepper until blended. Drizzle dressing mixture over salad in bowl; toss to coat. Top with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 27 g

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