Mandarin Orange Chicken Tossed Salad
- SALAD INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1/4 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce
- 8 cups mixed salad greens, torn
- 2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained well
- 2 large carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup almonds, slivered and toasted
- 3 tablespoons green onions, sliced very thin
- DRESSING INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- In a zippered plastic bag (gallon size), combine the chicken and teriyaki sauce. Seal the bag, turn to coat and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to marinate.
- Drain and throw away the marinade and place chicken cubes into a large skillet that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
- Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes over a medium-med. high heat, stirring often until it is cooked through (180 degrees F).
- Refrigerate chicken until chilled (about 2 more hours).
- In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients along with the prepared chicken.
- In a large jar with a tight lid, combine the dressing ingredients and shake well.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss salad to coat.
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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/mandarin-orange-chicken-tossed-salad-282792 (may not work)