South Beach Chicken and Raspberry Spinach Salad

Name: South Beach Chicken and Raspberry Spinach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup raspberry vinegar or ¼ cup white wine vinegar; 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon honey; ½ teaspoon orange rind, finely shredded; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 oz total); 8 -10 cups torn spinach or 8 -10 cups torn mixed greens; 1 cup raspberries; 1 papayas, peeled, seeded, and sliced or 2 medium nectarines, pitted and sliced

Servings: persons

1
In a screw-top jar, combine the vinegar, 4 Tbs f the oil, the honey, orange peel, salt, and pepper.
2
Cover and shake well.
3
Chill the dressing til serving time.
4
In a med skillet, cook the chicken in the remaining 1 Tbs of oil over med heat for 8-10 min or til the chicken is tender and no longer pink.
5
Turn the chicken often to brown evenly.
6
Remove the chicken from the skillet.
7
Cut into thin, bite-size strips.
8
In a large bowl, toss together the warm chicken strips and the spinach or mixed greens.
9
Shake the dressing well.
10
Add the dressing and raspberries to the chicken mixture.
11
Toss lightly to coat well.
12
Divide the chicken mixtures among 4 salad plates.
13
Arrange the papaya slices on each plate.

384

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup raspberry vinegar or ¼ cup white wine vinegar, 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, ½ teaspoon orange rind, finely shredded, and more.

Yes, South Beach Chicken and Raspberry Spinach 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!