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Peach & Basil Chicken Orzo Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette

Peach & Basil Chicken Orzo Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Peach & Basil Chicken Orzo Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette, perfect for summer meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Orzo or 16oz. box
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or rotisserie chicken
  • 2 medium Peaches diced
  • 1.5 cups Corn fresh or canned
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Pearls or cubed mozzarella
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil adjust to preference
For the Hot Honey Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil mild tasting
  • 3 tablespoons Hot Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ½ medium Lemon juiced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard smooth variety
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package directions, 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, hot honey, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined and set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Let rest before cutting.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo, chicken, peaches, corn, mozzarella, red onion, and basil. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  6. Garnish with additional basil leaves and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best texture if served fresh. Add peaches just before serving to prevent mushiness. Storage lasts 3-5 days in the fridge.

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