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Simple Spring Ideas: Orange-Ginger Chicken Salad

March 31, 2014 By Lena

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.

For more delicious simple spring ideas, visit Maple Leaf Prime on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. 

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: easy meal ideas, Maple Leaf Prime Naturally, recipes, spring salads

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  1. Rick F

    March 31, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    That looks so good. All your food does.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:53 am

      Thank you Rick! I appreciate the kudos!

  2. jaimeem

    March 31, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    You have got some crazy mean plating skills! Love ginger orange chicken!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:54 am

      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. Lynda Cook

    April 1, 2014 at 12:28 am

    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.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:54 am

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

  4. Debbie W

    April 1, 2014 at 7:04 am

    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.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:55 am

      You’re welcome Debbie, enjoy!

  5. BobbiJo Pentney

    April 1, 2014 at 7:07 am

    This sounds yummy, I will try and maybe add to my recipe favourites.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:55 am

      Let me know what you think BobbiJo!

  6. Marissa

    April 1, 2014 at 7:18 am

    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.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:55 am

      YW Marissa – let me know what you think!

  7. loriag

    April 1, 2014 at 7:48 am

    That looks so good and inviting to eat. I would try it.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:56 am

      Please do! Very refreshing and delicious :)

  8. nicolthepickle

    April 1, 2014 at 8:17 am

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

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:58 am

      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!

  9. Melinda L.

    April 1, 2014 at 10:23 am

    Looks delicious, I love salads like these: healthy, filling and colourful

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:59 am

      Absolutely! Plus a great source of protein, too!

  10. La Cuisine d'Helene

    April 1, 2014 at 10:40 am

    I would love the orange taste. That meal is so fresh and great for a Spring recipe.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 7:59 am

      Thank you so much Helene!

  11. Judy C (Judy Cowan)

    April 1, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    Looks very simple and yummy! I love the taste of citrus in a salad!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:01 am

      Me too Judy! This salad is also great with mandarin orange slices!

  12. Flora M

    April 1, 2014 at 2:39 pm

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

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:03 am

      Absolutely! Leftovers are the best when they don’t taste like leftovers!

  13. Darlene Schuller

    April 1, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    oh this looks yummy! thanks so much gorgeous!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:03 am

      Thank YOU Darlene! Enjoy!

  14. Victoria Ess

    April 1, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    I love the simplicity of the salad!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:04 am

      Me too Victoria – very much clean eating!

  15. Parent Club

    April 2, 2014 at 10:14 am

    That looks delicious Lena!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:04 am

      Thank you Caroline! Much appreciated!

  16. Erika Birrell

    April 2, 2014 at 11:47 am

    Looks SO yummy. Need to try this!!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:05 am

      Please do Erika!

  17. Darrah Bailey

    April 2, 2014 at 11:59 am

    This sounds like a mUST Try! Thanks for sharing!

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:06 am

      Thank you Darrah! Enjoy!

  18. jaimeem

    April 2, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    thanks for the recipe

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:06 am

      You’re welcome Jaime!

  19. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    April 2, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    yummy

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:07 am

      Thanks Chandra!

  20. Ellizabeth Friesen

    April 4, 2014 at 10:34 am

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

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:07 am

      Awesome – enjoy Ellizabeth!

  21. Stephanie LaPlante

    April 5, 2014 at 5:11 pm

    This is definitely a must try. I love citrus flavors on chicken.

    • Lena

      April 5, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      Me too Stephanie – enjoy!

  22. Elizabeth D.

    April 6, 2014 at 10:35 am

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

    • Lena

      April 6, 2014 at 11:42 am

      You’ll love it Elizabeth!

  23. Anne Taylor

    April 6, 2014 at 1:46 pm

    This sounds really taste, healthy and fresh! Thanks!

    • Lena

      April 6, 2014 at 2:36 pm

      You’re welcome Anne, enjoy!

  24. Rick F

    April 7, 2014 at 2:52 pm

    I made this over the weekend and it was soooooo good.

    • Lena

      April 7, 2014 at 3:02 pm

      Thanks so much for the feedback! I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

  25. Mary

    April 9, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    Simple & fresh! This is definitely a salad I’ll be making soon!

    • Lena

      May 4, 2014 at 2:07 pm

      Thanks Mary!

  26. Susan T.

    April 9, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    This looks like the perfect dinner to me! Spring time is salad time!

    • Lena

      May 4, 2014 at 2:08 pm

      It certainly is!

  27. n.cassandra smith

    April 16, 2014 at 8:55 am

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

    • Lena

      May 4, 2014 at 2:08 pm

      You said it! Thanks!

  28. heather robbins

    April 17, 2014 at 5:30 pm

    Great recipe, thank you!

    • Lena

      May 4, 2014 at 2:08 pm

      You’re welcome Heather!

  29. Wanda Tracey

    April 24, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    I love salads and I just know this one is going to be as delicious as it ooks.The dressing also sounds sublime.Thanks so much for sharing it.

    • Lena

      May 4, 2014 at 2:09 pm

      Thank you Wanda :)

  30. Treen Goodwin

    May 25, 2014 at 2:24 pm

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

  31. Emilia

    January 8, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    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

  32. Debbie Bashford

    December 29, 2015 at 6:31 am

    What a great idea and I love the flavours

  33. kathy downey

    September 8, 2016 at 9:26 am

    Presentation is everything,looks totally delicious

  34. kathy downey

    September 24, 2017 at 12:16 pm

    I tried the recipe and i have to say it was delicious!

  35. Debbie White Beattie

    June 25, 2018 at 3:50 am

    This recipe looks delicious and I like how easy it is to make

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