Smoked Chicken and Gorgonzola Salad on Endive Spear

Name: Smoked Chicken and Gorgonzola Salad on Endive Spears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces thin green beans; 8 ounces smoked chicken, 1/4-inch cubes; 12 red pepper, 1/4-inch dice; ⅓ cup watercress, chopped; 1 large shallot, minced; 1 teaspoon tarragon; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; ¾ cup gorgonzola, crumbled; 3 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and chopped; 4 heads Belgian endive, separated into spears

Servings: persons

2 ounces thin green beans
8 ounces smoked chicken, 1/4-inch cubes
12 red pepper, 1/4-inch dice
⅓ cup watercress, chopped
1 large shallot, minced
1 teaspoon tarragon
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
¾ cup gorgonzola, crumbled
3 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and chopped
4 heads Belgian endive, separated into spears

1
Boil green beans until just tender, about 5 minutes.
2
Drain.
3
Refresh with cold water.
4
Drain again.
5
Thinly slice crosswise.
6
Combine the beans with the chicken, bell pepper, watercress, shallot and tarragon in medium bowl.
7
(Can prepare 1 day ahead.
8
Cover.
9
Chill).
10
Place oil and vinegar in small saucepan.
11
Bring to a simmer over low-med heat, swirling occasionally.
12
Stir in cheese.
13
Pour over the salad mixture; toss.
14
Stir in nuts.
15
Season with salt and pepper.
16
Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
17
Form 2 t. salad into a ball.
18
Press into an endive spear.
19
Arrange spears on a serving platter.

398

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 ounces thin green beans, 8 ounces smoked chicken, 1/4-inch cubes, 12 red pepper, 1/4-inch dice, ⅓ cup watercress, chopped, and more.

Yes, Smoked Chicken and Gorgonzola Salad on Endive Spears 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.

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Smoked Chicken and Gorgonzola Salad on Endive Spears

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