Mesquite Chicken Citrus Salad Recipe
Smoky mesquite grilled chicken, greens, Parmesan cheese, cashews, Mandarin oranges, croutons, and onion, served with our tangy citrus vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and mesquite seasoning. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 2
Prepare the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese, cashews, Mandarin oranges, croutons, and red onion.
- 3
Make the Citrus Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, juice of 1 orange, and salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Serve
Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.