PEAR CHICKEN SALAD

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This beautiful, flavorful salad from Rebecca Baird of Salt Lake City, Utah is sprinkled with feta cheese, sweetened cranberries and walnuts for extra depth, pop, and crunch. -Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups spring mix salad greens
1 medium ripe pear, sliced
1-1/2 cups cooked chicken strips
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • On each of four salad plates, arrange the greens, pear, chicken, feta cheese, cranberries and nuts. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Mercy Chidiebere
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I love the addition of pears to this salad. It gives it a unique flavor that I really enjoy.


Bedwars is so fun Folytn
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. My family loves it and it's always a hit at potlucks.


Nicole Wan
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This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


Amy Doherty
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I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears add a sweetness that makes the salad much more enjoyable.


nathan beach
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.


Joj miya123
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Saugat Poudel
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.


Samim ali Samim
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it holds up well in the heat.


muhammad butt
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


George Thompson
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I love the addition of pears to this salad. It gives it a unique flavor that I really enjoy.


Sim Sim Khan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. My family loves it and it's always a hit at potlucks.


muluh Doris
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This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


Jamal Jamale
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I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears add a sweetness that makes the salad much more enjoyable.


SILENT KILER
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are so well balanced and the salad is very refreshing.


ATEEQ U Rahman
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This pear chicken salad is amazing! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the pears add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.