Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsY.O. Ranch SteakhouseGrilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Field greens, caramelized pecans, green apples, goat cheese, and tomatoes with garlic cilantro vinaigrette - Grilled chicken breast

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Grilled Chicken

    Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill on medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let rest and slice.

  2. 2

    Caramelize the Pecans

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the pecans and toast for 2-3 minutes. Add a tablespoon of sugar and continue to stir until the sugar melts and coats the pecans. Remove from heat and let cool.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine field greens, sliced green apples, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled goat cheese.

  4. 4

    Add the Chicken and Pecans

    Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and caramelized pecans.

  5. 5

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste. Drizzle over the salad.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Toss the salad gently and serve immediately.

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