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SALAD:Balsamic Chicken Salad

Source of Recipe

ivillage


List of Ingredients

1 small head Belgian endive
1 small head radicchio lettuce
1 small head green leaf lettuce
1 bunch watercress
1 cup spinach leaves
3 tbsp olive oil
8 shallots, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 scallions, diced
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
5 tbsps balsamic vinegar
2 tbsps Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup croutons




Recipe

1. Wash and tear the greens into small pieces and arrange in a large salad bowl or on individual plates.

2. Heat a wok over medium heat. Add the olive oil and heat until very hot.

3. Add the shallots, garlic, and scallions and stir fry for 2 minutes.

4. Add the chicken in small batches and quickly brown. Reserve cooked chicken on a plate beside the stove.

5. Return the chicken to the wok and add the vinegar and mustard. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes more, or until the chicken is cooked through, but still moist and tender.

6. Season with salt and pepper if desired and add the basil. Toss the chicken mixture and spoon onto the prepared leaves. Garnish with the croutons.

Substitution Tips: If you do not like the salad mix listed, use a Mesclun mix from your garden or local grocery store. One large onion can be used in place of the shallots.