Hearty Spring Salad with Poached Chicken

British · Spring · 30 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This hearty salad is perfect for a spring day, combining fresh greens, poached chicken, and a light broth dressing. It's simple to make and healthy, making it a great choice for a balanced dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 6 cups mixed spring greens
• 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
• 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the simmering broth and poach for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly before slicing into strips.
4. In a large bowl, combine the mixed spring greens, sugar snap peas, and radish slices.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
6. Toss the salad with the dressing and top with the sliced chicken.
7. Serve the salad in bowls, drizzling with a few spoonfuls of the poaching broth for extra flavor.