CHICKEN PECAN SALAD

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The combination of sweet and spicy pecans and sweet berries in this chicken salad makes it a taste sensation! I have given tins of the pecans alone as gifts at Christmas time; they are delicious. The berries listed are suggestions; substitute whatever kinds you fancy, in whatever quantities! Makes a beautiful summer dinner.

Provided by JRW8

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons hot red pepper sauce
½ cup margarine, melted
⅔ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pound coarsely chopped pecans
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
1 pound romaine lettuce, torn
1 cup cherry tomato halves
½ cup fresh strawberries
½ cup seedless grapes
¼ cup fresh raspberries
¼ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup honey mustard salad dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a bowl, mix the hot red pepper sauce, margarine, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt. Mix pecans into the bowl, tossing to coat evenly. Spread pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring often and watching carefully, until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Rub chicken with the olive oil, place on a baking sheet, and sprinkle with Greek seasoning. Bake 20 minutes or until juices run clear. Slice into strips.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together romaine lettuce, chicken strips, cherry tomato halves, strawberries, grapes, raspberries, and blueberries. Sprinkle with pecans, and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 983.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 80.4 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 681.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

Sumi Neupane
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


World King
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I love the addition of pecans and cranberries to this classic chicken salad recipe. It gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Desiye Omotola
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and filling meal.


Khurram Ranjha
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I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The pecans and cranberries add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Rafiq
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again!


Mr JAHEDOUL
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the crunchy pecans added a nice texture.


Karim Mahdi
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This chicken pecan salad is a delicious and refreshing dish, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet pecans, tangy cranberries, and creamy chicken is unbeatable. I highly recommend trying this recipe!