Chicken Pecan Arugula Salad Recipe
choice of fried, grilled or smoked chicken, arugula, grape tomatoes, cotija cheese, cilantro lime vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cook the chicken according to your choice (fried, grilled, or smoked) until fully cooked. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- 2
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine arugula, halved grape tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- 3
Add Pecans and Cheese
Sprinkle the pecans and cotija cheese over the salad mixture.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the cilantro lime vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- 5
Serve
Top the salad with sliced chicken and serve immediately.