Chicken Cranberry and Gorgonzola Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and contrasting textures, this Chicken Cranberry and Gorgonzola Salad is a showstopper for any meal. Tender slices of cooked chicken breast are nestled atop a vibrant medley of crisp mixed greens, sweet dried cranberries, creamy crumbled gorgonzola cheese, crunchy pecans, and a touch of sharp red onion. A homemade balsamic-honey vinaigrette ties everything together with just the right balance of tangy, sweet, and savory. Perfect for a quick and nutritious lunch or a crowd-pleasing dinner party starter, this easy-to-make salad comes together in just 15 minutes. Packed with protein, rich flavors, and a variety of textures, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a delightful yet effortless dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 pieces Cooked chicken breast
6 cups Mixed salad greens
0.5 cup Dried cranberries
0.5 cup Crumbled gorgonzola cheese
0.5 cup Pecans
0.25 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Honey
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, dried cranberries, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, pecans, and sliced red onion.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to evenly coat.

Step 5

Top the salad with the sliced chicken breasts.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(852.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1807.1

Total Fat 105.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.0g
Cholesterol 327.2mg	0%
Sodium 2315.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 65.3g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 480.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1021.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 18.6%