Strawberry Fields Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast (chopped (about 1 lb. chicken breast))
• 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 5 ounces spring greens
• 1 1/2 cups strawberries (hulled and sliced)
• 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup pecan pieces (toasted*)
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• [Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing]

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the chicken by grilling or baking chicken breasts seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika, or use leftover or rotisserie chicken. Chop or slice the chicken.

2. 2

   Cook the bacon according to package instructions in a skillet, in the oven, or the microwave. Blot dry on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.

3. 3

   Prepare the balsamic vinaigrette dressing if making from scratch, or use your favorite store-bought dressing.

4. 4

   Prep the salad ingredients by hulling and slicing the strawberries, thinly slicing the red onion, and gathering the cranberries and feta cheese.

5. 5

   Place the spring greens in a large bowl, followed by the prepared chicken, bacon, strawberries, feta cheese, red onion, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans.

6. 6

   Add the desired amount of dressing, toss gently to coat, and serve immediately.