GRILLED CHICKEN AND PEAR SALAD

Grilled Chicken and Pear Salad image

I served this fabulous salad at a shower, and received many compliments. The vinaigrette pairs wonderfully with the grilled chicken and Brie, and the nuts offer a fun crunch. -Janet Duran of Des Moines, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 boneless skinless chicken breast (4 ounces each)
7 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 ounces Brie cheese, cubed
2 medium pears, chopped
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup thawed apple juice concentrate
2 tablespoons canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Arrange the salad greens, cheese, pears and pecans on individual plates. Slice chicken; arrange over salad. Whisk the apple juice concentrate, oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges