STRAWBERRY-CHICKEN SALAD WITH BUTTERED PECANS

Strawberry-Chicken Salad with Buttered Pecans image

Having lived in several states in the South, I love tossing pecans into recipes for a little added flavor and crunch. Fresh berries and other nuts round out this hearty salad. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup pecan halves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
3/4 pound sliced rotisserie chicken breast
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Salad croutons, optional

Steps:

In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. For salad, in a large bowl, combine salad greens, chicken, strawberries and cheese. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve with buttered pecans and, if desired, croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.