Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked wheat berries
  • 1/4 cup pecan halves and pieces, toasted
  • 6 ounces shredded skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 ounce baby arugula leaves
  • 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Method

  • Combine 2 1/2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Add wheat berries, nuts, and chicken; toss.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion and thyme; cook 3 minutes or until tender. Add to wheat berry mixture; toss. Stir in cherries and arugula; toss. Sprinkle with cheese.