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Simple Spring Ideas: Orange-Ginger Chicken Salad

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The sun is shining; the birds are singing – and the only thing on my mind is a light, tasty salad that is a tribute to the season… and maybe a remedy for the extra pounds I put on over the cold winter months. My Orange-Ginger Chicken Salad is bursting with citrus flavour and features tender, juicy Maple Leaf Prime Naturally Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.

The salad is actually a great way to #loveyourleftovers; I serve baked orange-ginger glazed chicken breasts with rice the night before, and always remember to reserve two for our favourite salad the next day. The orange segments brighten the flavour and are perfectly balanced against the acidic, aromatic dressing. Enjoy!

(Day 1)
4  Maple Leaf Prime Naturally Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1-1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
salt and coarsely cracked black pepper, to taste

(Day 2)
1 package baby romaine lettuce mix
1 orange, peeled and segmented

Day 1: Whisk juice concentrate, vinegar, oil, soy sauce and ginger in a small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Set aside two tablespoons and refrigerate.

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Generously brush chicken breasts with remaining dressing and marinate for 30 minutes. Bake in a shallow baking dish at 400°F for 30 minutes, or until juices run clear. Serve with with your favourite side dish, reserving two breasts for the next day’s salad.

Day 2: Toss baby romaine lettuce mix with 2 tablespoons dressing; divide into two portions. Slice chicken breasts and layer over salad greens, finishing with orange segments. Serves 2.

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    • Thanks! But what you didn’t see was the 12 minutes it took to arrange the chicken on the bed of lettuce leaves, hahaha!

  3. This salad looks very good. I do the same thing when I make chicken breast, I always make extra for salad the next day, but my salad is usually ceasar, I am going to try this one as it is a lot lighter.

    • Absolutely Lynda! Caesar salad is delish, but this is a great way to lighten up for spring!

  4. I always plan ahead for when I work the next day. I love adding chicken to salads and that makes for a fantastic lunch at work. Now, this is a recipe I will be trying. Thank you.

  6. Looks easy and delish! Can’t wait to try it but first I have to do a grocery run today. Thanks for the recipe Lena.

  8. This looks delicious. I’m really bad at making exciting salads, but this looks easy and good to eat.

    • Salads used to be difficult for me too until I realized that all you need is a good dressing. After that, you can literally throw in anything!

  12. Love this recipe and the fact that you get two meals from it !!. Definitely a must make for me :)

  20. Mmmm. Sounds delicious! And so easy to make!!! I already have all of the ingredients!!! :D

  22. That looks great and healthy. I love citrus paired with chicken. I’ll have to give that a try!

  27. That looks so yummy, it just epitomizes Spring with bright colors and I’m assuming fresh cleans tastes. Yum.

  30. Oh my this looks so delish , i love chicken and salad … perfect meal for a hot summer day , thanks for sharing :)

  31. I like the marinade and the colour turned out nice too. The portion looks really big to me. I am sure I eat a breast at a time, just when it’s tossed it seams smaller