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Berry Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Berry Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing combines juicy grilled chicken with a vibrant mix of fresh berries, crunchy pecans, and crisp romaine lettuce, all tossed in a sweet and tangy homemade poppy seed dressing. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

Chicken and Salad

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 oz. boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 teaspoons steak-flavored grill seasoning or any all-purpose seasoning spice mix
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped strawberries
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves

Poppy Seed Dressing

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 Tablespoons sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons milk
  • 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and season with the steak-flavored grill seasoning or your chosen spice mix. Cook the chicken for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and browned on the outside.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, milk, white vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and pecan halves. Add the cooked chicken pieces and toss all the ingredients gently to mix.
  4. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately for a fresh and vibrant dish.

Notes

  • You can substitute the pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
  • For a lighter dressing, replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • Adjust sugar quantity in the dressing to your taste preference or substitute with honey or a sugar substitute for a healthier version.
  • Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
  • This salad is best served fresh; however, you can refrigerate the dressing separately for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/berry-chicken-salad-with-poppy-seed-dressing-recipe/