Discover the tantalizing flavors of mandarin orange chicken tossed salad, a dish bursting with a harmony of sweet, tangy, and refreshing notes. With tender chicken, juicy mandarin oranges, and a medley of crisp greens, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes that will elevate your palate to new heights. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday lunch or an impressive dish to serve at your next gathering, this recipe has something for everyone. Let's dive into the world of flavors and create a salad that will leave you craving for more.
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MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD
My sister-in-law introduced me to this colorful mandarin chicken salad with a delicious homemade dressing. I reduced the oil and salt and switched to light soy sauce. Sometimes I substitute toasted sesame seeds for the nuts. -Renee Heimerl, Oakfield, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a shallow dish, combine chicken and teriyaki sauce. Cover and refrigerate 1-2 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled., In a large bowl, combine salad greens, chicken, oranges, carrot, almonds and onions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN TOSSED SALAD
From Light & Tasty magazine...submitted by R. Heimerl. I love - just love - this salad! I've served it many times for lunch buddies! The dressing is what makes this dish! I hope you enjoy it too! **Time: allow 1-2 hours of time to marinate chicken and then afterwards another 1-2 hours to chill chicken after cooking. I like to cook the chicken the day before so the salad itself is easy to throw together.***
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 4h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a zippered plastic bag (gallon size), combine the chicken and teriyaki sauce. Seal the bag, turn to coat and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to marinate.
- Drain and throw away the marinade and place chicken cubes into a large skillet that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
- Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes over a medium-med. high heat, stirring often until it is cooked through (180 degrees F).
- Refrigerate chicken until chilled (about 2 more hours).
- In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients along with the prepared chicken.
- In a large jar with a tight lid, combine the dressing ingredients and shake well.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss salad to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 456.5, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 21.3, Protein 32
MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD
Steps:
- For the dressing, whisk together all the ingredients and season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use (it can be made several days in advance and refrigerated).
- In a large bowl, toss together all the salad ingredients except for the chow mein noodles.
- When ready to serve, pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine (add the dressing gradually if you like less dressing - you may not need to add it all). Sprinkle the chow mein noodles or almonds on top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 345 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 14 g
MANDARIN ORANGE TOSSED SALAD
This quick and easy salad never misses with dinner guest. Once in a while, I'll add avocado and blue cheese for a more interesting flavor.-David Collin, Martinez, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain oranges, reserving 1/4 cup syrup; set oranges aside. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine syrup, oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, basil and savory; shake well. In a salad bowl, toss lettuce, oranges and onion. Add the dressing and toss. Top with almonds; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN
A pretty and tasty dish that's easy and quick! Serve with rice.
Provided by Tammie Bickar
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place flour in a small bowl. Dredge chicken in the flour to lightly coat.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a medium skillet over medium heat, and saute the chicken breasts until no longer pink and juices run clear. Set aside, and keep warm.
- Stir hoisin sauce and orange juice into the skillet, and scrape up the browned bits. Mix in mandarin oranges, green onions, and cashews, Return chicken to the skillet. Continue cooking until all ingredients are heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 84.3 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 518.6 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
CHICKEN SALAD WITH MANDARIN ORANGES AND PECANS
365 Ways to Cook Chicken. This is such an easy and adaptable recipe. Feel free to use canned chicken, arugula instead of the watercress. I added some leftover (plain) steamed green beans to the salad and that was good too. Grape tomatoes would be a nice adddition.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325. Toast pecans for 10-15 minutes.
- In a salad bowl, combine chicken, watercress, oranges, scallions and toasted pecans.
- Drizzle on oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 349, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 3, Sugar 9, Protein 19.7
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh oranges, cilantro, and red onion will give your salad the best flavor.
- Choose a good quality orange juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice is best, but you can also use store-bought orange juice as long as it's 100% juice and not from concentrate.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Cook the chicken until it's just cooked through, or it will become dry and tough.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld together.
- Serve the salad immediately: The salad is best when served immediately after it's made. The dressing will start to wilt the lettuce if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This Mandarin Orange Chicken Tossed Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the oranges are sweet and juicy, and the dressing is light and tangy. This salad is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
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