Candied Pecan and Herb Chicken Salad | American Pecan Promotion Board

Ingredients

• ~Candied Pecans:
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 egg white
• 1 teaspoon water
• 1/4 cup maple sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• ~Grilled Herbed Chicken:
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or pecan oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon red peppers flakes
• ~Shallot Vinaigrette:
• 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, champagne vinegar, or red wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon shallots, minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• ~Other Salad Ingredients:
• 1/4 cup fresh apples
• 4 cups mesclun greens or mixed greens
• 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella, diced or brie cheese
• 1 red onion, sliced thinly
• 3 fresh figs, sliced in half