Chicken & Orzo Salad W/Citrus Vinegarette

    Servings:8/ Units per serving=5

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    Ingredients

      1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
      2 C red bell peppers -- sliced
      1 can mandarin oranges in juice
      8 oz orzo, cooked, &
      cooled to room temp
      1/2 C raisins
      salt, pepper to taste


    Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add chicken and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until well browned and no longer pink in center. Cut chicken into strips or cubes.

    Combine chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, mandarin oranges and orzo in large bowl; drizzle with Citrus Vinegarette and toss. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

    Stir in raisins just before serving. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

    ***Citrus Vinegarette

    1/4 C balsamic vinegar
    3 T orange juice
    2 1/2 T lime juice
    2 T honey mustard
    2 T olive oil
    1 lge green onion, (scallion) thinly sliced
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    1/2 tsp dried basil
    1/2 tsp dried oregano
    1/4 tsp salt

    Combine all ingredients in jar with tight-fitting lid; refrigerate until serving time. Shake well before using.

    (Makes about 2/3 cup)