Chicken Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken Pear and Blue Cheese Salad, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are paired with crisp pear slices, creamy crumbles of blue cheese, and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts, all tossed atop a bed of fresh mixed greens. A homemade honey-Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together, delivering a burst of zesty sweetness in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests. Packed with protein, fresh produce, and gourmet flair, it’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 large ripe pear
- 0.5 cups blue cheese
- 0.5 cups walnuts
- 1 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad base. Wash and dry the mixed salad greens and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the ripe pear into thin wedges, discarding the core. Add the pear slices to the salad greens.
Crumble the blue cheese and add it to the bowl, along with the walnuts for a crunchy texture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil to create the vinaigrette. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Slice the rested chicken into bite-sized strips or pieces and add to the salad bowl.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Chicken Pear and Blue Cheese Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 554 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*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.
