BALSAMIC-HERB CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES AND CHEESE

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Categories     Chicken     Leafy Green     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 2 main-course servings, can easily be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast meat, cut into 1/2" cubes
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar - flavored balsamics work nicely as well.
2 tablespoons coarsely ground mustard, such as a stone ground Dijon
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or julienned basil leaves
6 ounces arugula, washed and dried
1 cup red grapes, washed and cut into halves
1/2 cup crumbled Feta or Goat Cheese; can use herbed if desired.

Steps:

  • Pat the chicken pieces dry and then sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Mix the balsamic, mustard and sugar together in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved; set aside. Divide the arugula between 2 large plates or bowls. Heat oil in a 10 or 12" heavy saute pan over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Cook the prepared chicken until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and thyme or basil and cook one minute. Pour in the vinegar mixture and cook until thick and glossy, about one minute. Remove pan from heat, check seasoning and add more salt and pepper, if desired. Top arranged greens with the chicken and warm sauce. Sprinkle with grapes and cheese and serve.

Namrata Dangi
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eduardo Rodriguez
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This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have added more herbs and spices to the dressing.


Joelle Govender
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's always refreshing and flavorful.


Rigin Assisi
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for a special occasion.


Mosala Tleru
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this one was really good. The dressing was flavorful and the chicken was tender.


Ruma Khatun
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Premik Chele RS Rayhan
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I love the addition of grapes and cheese to this salad. It gives it a nice sweet and tangy flavor.


Mahfuz Bin Sahjalal
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Bad Tech BD
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The chicken was a bit dry. I think I would have cooked it for a shorter amount of time.


Zahid Ahmad
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory dressing.


ali yasserr
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's always refreshing and flavorful.


Zayen Khan
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Tanveer Rajput
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the dressing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Braylee Carolan
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This balsamic herb chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet grapes, tangy cheese, and flavorful chicken was perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad.