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Balsamic-Mozzarella Chicken Salad

Prep 15 min
Total 15 min
Servings 4

Ready in 15 minutes, this Italian-inspired salad relies on refrigerated grilled chicken and creamy fresh mozzarella. ...MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

August 5, 2011

Ingredients

container (8 oz) small fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained

pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, cut in half

package (10 oz) refrigerated grilled chicken breast strips

1/2

cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing

leaves romaine lettuce

Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps

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1

In medium bowl, gently stir mozzarella, tomatoes and chicken. Drizzle with dressing; toss lightly.
2

Line each of 4 plates with 3 lettuce leaves; spoon salad onto lettuce-lined plates. Garnish with basil.

Expert Tips

Fresh mozzarella is packed in liquid and is very mild and sweet tasting. Look for small, fresh, pearl-size mozzarella balls called Perline, but if unavailable, use any size fresh mozzarella and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
Add 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves to the salad, if desired, rather than just sprinkling some on top.
Leftover grilled chicken would be a great substitute for the purchased grilled chicken. Do a planned leftover and throw on an extra chicken breast next time you’re grilling. Slice it and freeze.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving (1 1/4 Cups)

Calories: 370
Calories from Fat: 170

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 19g; 29%
Saturated Fat 9g 44% Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol: 85mg; 29%
Sodium: 990mg; 41%
Potassium: 480mg; 14%
Total Carbohydrate: 13g; 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Sugars 7g
Protein: 37g

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 170%; 170%
Vitamin C: 50%; 50%
Calcium: 45%; 45%
Iron: 6%; 6%

Exchanges:

0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 5 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 3 1/2 Fat;