CHICKEN ROMAINE SALAD
Mom invented this colorful salad by combining romaine lettuce with toasted pecans, chicken strips, grapes, dried cranberries and cheddar cheese. I think she's particularly proud of this recipe. -Kevin Weeks North Palm Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour butter into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; stir in pecans and salt. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, stirring twice. Set aside., Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels., In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, grapes, cranberries and cheese. Add chicken and reserved nuts; toss to combine. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Jovan bahena
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Issy Barnard
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of creamy dressings, so I used a vinaigrette instead. It was still really good.
Nika Raja333
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some on hand, so it's a quick and easy meal.
Vincent Heenandez
[email protected]I love how customizable this salad is. I can make it as healthy or indulgent as I want.
Dharma Yadav
[email protected]This salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables, cheeses, and nuts, and it's always delicious.
AQSA QURESHI
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chicken, so I used tofu instead. It was still really good!
kkat280
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
kjn cat
[email protected]This salad is the perfect summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is so tasty.
MD SOJIBE
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of romaine lettuce, so I used spinach instead. It turned out great!
Its me Daku
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Rock South Town
[email protected]I've made this salad a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the dressing is so flavorful.
Killiper Johns
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.