Ingredients

  • Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup jalapeno jelly
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/4 cups extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Pepper Jelly Chicken Salad
  • 8 ounces mixed greens (mesclin mix)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, scant
  • 2 ounces blue cheese, crumbles
  • 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup pepper jelly vinaigrette
  • kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2 (5 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, grilled and sliced (serve hot, can sub rotissere chicken breast halves)

Method

  • To Make The Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette: In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients. Place into an airtight container. Refrigerate; will last a month.
  • To Assemble: In a mixing bowl place lettuce and all other ingredients except chicken and toss together with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place onto a plate or in a bowl and place the fresh grilled chicken over the salad. Serve immediately.