ESCAROLE SALAD WITH ROAST LEMON CHICKEN, LARDONS, AND POACHED EGGS

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Moist chicken plays off the chewiness of the bacon, just as the cool greens contrast with the warm, silky poached egg in this main-dish salad. Using the pan juices from roast chicken in the vinaigrette adds depth and complexity. If forgoing the drippings, you will need an additional teaspoon of lemon juice and tablespoon of olive oil for the dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound piece slab bacon or thick-cut sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-by-1-inch pieces (lardons)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons pan juices from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken (or 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil)
1 head escarole, trimmed, leaves torn into large pieces, washed well, and spun dry (about 10 cups)
2 cups shredded chicken from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken
1 tablespoon white vinegar
4 large eggs
Fried lemon zest (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Cook lardons in a skillet over medium heat until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate, and let cool completely.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in oil, then pan juices. Add escarole, chicken, and lardons, and toss to coat evenly. Divide among 4 plates.
  • Bring 1 1/2 inches water to a simmer in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in vinegar. Crack 1 egg into a small bowl. Holding bowl just above surface of water, gently pour egg into skillet. Repeat with remaining 3 eggs. Poach eggs, undisturbed, just until whites are firm and yolks are still runny, about 4 minutes (for firmer yolks, poach 1 to 2 minutes longer).
  • Carefully remove eggs from water with a slotted spoon, letting excess water drain off. Place 1 egg on top of each salad, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fried lemon zest, and serve immediately. Note: The eggs in this recipe are not fully cooked.

marko
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Yum!


Adonis Wilson
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Alicia Semedo
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch.


Muhdfaisal Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


Dj Rakib
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Hawantu Noah
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This salad was easy to make and turned out great!


Akash Sagor1122
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I'm definitely making this salad again. It was so good!


Mehar Ikram
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This salad was a winner! Everyone at my dinner party loved it.


Harry Jones
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Loved this salad! The flavors and textures were perfect.


Brodie skrabis
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This salad was amazing! The escarole was crisp and refreshing, the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lardons added a nice salty crunch. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Princess Faith
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This salad was delicious and easy to make. The escarole was crisp and refreshing, the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lardons added a nice salty crunch. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this sal


Samitha Dinesha
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This salad was a great success! My family loved it. The escarole was crisp and refreshing, the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lardons added a nice salty crunch. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Md Ruhulamin
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I loved this salad! The flavors and textures were amazing. The escarole was crisp and refreshing, the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lardons added a nice salty crunch. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be


Anthony Carr
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This salad was delicious! The escarole was crisp and refreshing, the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lardons added a nice salty crunch. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Victoria Muthoni
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The escarole salad was light and refreshing, and the roast lemon chicken was perfectly cooked. The lardons added a nice salty crunch, and the poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch.


Gwen R
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The dressing was light and flavorful, and the escarole was crisp and refreshing. The chicken and lardons added a nice protein boost, and the poached eggs were the perfect indulgent touch. I will


Salman Razzaq
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This escarole salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was incredible. The roast lemon chicken was perfectly cooked and juicy, the lardons added a nice salty crunch, and the poached eggs were the perfect finishing t