Guess who now lives within biking distance of a Panera...that would be me! I adore Panera. It's no secret. This proximity to Panera could be real bad for my budget. Real bad, I tell you.
The Strawberry Poppyseed and Chicken Salad at Panera is to die for. It's a shame it's only available in the summer. I decided to make my own version of their salad at home. It was really simple, fresh, and delicious. Plus, it's beautiful!
Now, I must admit, I did not measure the ingredients when I prepared this salad. I just threw stuff together until it looked about right. Make the portions of each the way you want it.
Berry Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
Pecans
Pre-grilled, refrigerated chicken strips
Romaine lettuce
Poppyseed dressing (You can buy it at the grocery store!)
Assorted berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Directions:
1. Toast pecans in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Let cool.
2. Warm the chicken strips in the non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, fill a bowl with desired amount of lettuce. Toss with about a tablespoon of poppyseed dressing.
4. Tops salad with berries, chicken, and toasted pecans. Drizzle with another tablespoon of dressing.
I love that salad also! Just had it today :)
ReplyDeleteSomeone told me they sell the Panera dressings at Coborn's I think. Yum, Yum!
They also have the Panera dressings at Target! They're up by the produce section. I discovered them after buying a different brand of poppy seed dressing.
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