Chicken Gorgonzola Pear Salad
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Chicken Gorgonzola Pear Salad, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are paired with juicy, ripe pears, creamy crumbles of Gorgonzola cheese, and the crunch of toasted walnuts, all nestled on a bed of fresh, mixed salad greens. A drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette ties it all together, creating a harmonious burst of flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this vibrant dish is ideal for a light yet satisfying lunch or an elegant dinner starter. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and packed with contrasting textures, this salad is sure to impress both your taste buds and your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 whole ripe pears
- 0.5 cups Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cups walnuts, toasted
- 0.33 cups balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken cooks, wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the pears into thin slices, discarding the core. Add the sliced pears to the salad greens.
Sprinkle the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts over the salad mixture.
Once the chicken has been sliced, arrange it on top of the salad.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the entire salad just before serving and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant and delicious salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.8 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 3428 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 143.2 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 818 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2256 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
