Orange Chicken And Pumpkin Seed Salad Recipe

Name: Orange Chicken And Pumpkin Seed Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas); 1 cup chicken stock; 1/3 cup plus 1 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice; 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup long grain white rice; 1 small red pepper, finely chopped; 1 stick celery, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp finely chopped chives; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; None None Baby Romaine lettuce leaves, to serve

Servings: persons

2 tbsp shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup chicken stock
1/3 cup plus 1 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup long grain white rice
1 small red pepper, finely chopped
1 stick celery, thinly sliced
2 tbsp finely chopped chives
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
None None Baby Romaine lettuce leaves, to serve

1
Spread the pumpkin seeds on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel. Microwave on high for 40 seconds or until lightly toasted. Cool.
2
Combine the stock and 1/3 cup orange juice in a 1-quart microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high for 2 mins. Add the chicken and microwave on high for 4 mins. Turn the chicken and microwave on high for 2 mins or until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a heatproof plate. Cool. Discard the stock. Shred or slice the chicken.
3
Place the rice in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 1/4 cups warm water. Microwave, covered, on high for 10-12 mins or until the rice is tender and the liquid is almost absorbed. Let stand for 2 mins. Fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains. Cool.
4
Add the pepper, celery, pumpkin seeds and chives to the rice.
5
Whisk oil, 1 tbsp orange juice, mustard, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Arrange lettuce on serving plates. Top with rice salad and chicken. Serve drizzled with dressing.

317

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas), 1 cup chicken stock, 1/3 cup plus 1 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts, and more.

Yes, Orange Chicken And Pumpkin Seed 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.

Orange Chicken And Pumpkin Seed Salad

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