Brighten up your days with a dish that’s as colorful as it is nourishing—Grilled Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette Chicken Salad. This vibrant salad combines juicy mandarin oranges and fresh vegetables, topped with perfectly grilled chicken, all dressed in a homemade orange vinaigrette. It’s not just a feast for your eyes but a boost for your health, packed with vitamins that support your immune system and heart health.
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh Mandarin orange juice
- ½ cup white wine vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 tablespoons salt-free garlic and herb seasoning blend
- 1½ tablespoons white sugar
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried, and chopped
- 3 fresh mandarin oranges, peeled and sectioned
- 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
- 1 cup chopped baby carrots
Directions
- Heat your grill to medium-high
- Whisk together the orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, seasoning blend, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Reserve about 1/2 cup of this mixture for basting the chicken.
- Oil the grill grate lightly. Grill the chicken breasts for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, basting them often with the reserved dressing, until they are fully cooked (juices should run clear). Let the chicken cool, then slice into strips. Discard the leftover basting sauce to ensure safety.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, mandarin orange sections, broccoli, and carrots. Toss well to mix the ingredients.
- Place the grilled chicken strips on top of the salad and drizzle with the remaining dressing. Mix gently to combine when ready to serve.
