Orange Chicken and Mixed Greens Salad Recipe

Name: Orange Chicken and Mixed Greens Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup honey; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried; 2 teaspoons grated orange peel; 8 boneless chicken breast halves with skin; 3 oranges, peel and white pits removed; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1 large shallot, minced; 1 pound mixed greens; 1 orange or yellow bell pepper, seeded, thinly sliced; Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup honey
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
8 boneless chicken breast halves with skin
3 oranges, peel and white pits removed
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 large shallot, minced
1 pound mixed greens
1 orange or yellow bell pepper, seeded, thinly sliced
Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

1
Mix 2/3 cup orange juice, honey, 3 garlic cloves, minced thyme and orange peel in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
2
Add chicken breasts and turn to coat.
3
Cover and chill overnight, turning occasionally.
4
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler.
5
Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade.
6
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
7
Grill chicken until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
8
Transfer to plate.
9
Boil reserved marinade in heavy small saucepan until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 10 minutes.
10
Cut oranges between membranes to release segments.
11
(Chicken, reduced marinade and orange segments can be prepared 2 hours ahead.
12
Cover separately and store at room temperature.
13
Rewarm marinade before using.)
14
Whisk oil, vinegar, shallot and remaining 1/4 cup orange juice and garlic clove in small bowl to blend.
15
Season dressing with salt and pepper.
16
Combine greens, bell pepper and orange segments in a very large bowl.
17
Toss with dressing.
18
Arrange greens in center of large platter.

793

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup honey, 4 large garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried, and more.

Yes, Orange Chicken and Mixed Greens Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Chicken and Mixed Greens Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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