Pear, Manchego Cheese, and Almond Salad with Grilled Chicken paired with Tassel Ridge® Iowa Candleglow® White is perfect for grilling, game watching and tailgating!
Iowa Candleglow® White, a dry, fruity white with pineapple, pear, melon, and apricot notes on the nose and palate and a finish that hints of green apple, is perfect with the flavors in Pear, Manchego, and Almond Salad and the Grilled Chicken.
Tassel Ridge® Pear, Manchego, and Almond Salad with Grilled Chicken
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for pan
- 3 Tbsp sherry vinegar
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1½ tsp Dijon mustard
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 4 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups baby greens
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 firm, ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 2 oz manchego cheese, shaved with vegetable peeler
- ½ cup toasted sliced almonds
Instructions
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Whisk oil, vinegar, syrup, and mustard together in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pat chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper. Heat large grill pan over medium-high heat. Oil pan. Cook chicken 4 minutes. Turn. Cook 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through and until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to cutting board. Let rest 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine greens and onions in large bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Whisk vinegar mixture. Add enough vinegar mixture to greens to coat lightly. Toss and divide among 4 plates. Thinly slice chicken. Top each salad with chicken, pears, and cheese. Drizzle with remaining vinegar mixture. Sprinkle with almonds. Serves 4.
Recipe Notes
Wine Recommendation—Tassel Ridge Iowa Candleglow® White
Iowa Candleglow® White is a dry, fruity white with pineapple, pear, melon, and apricot notes on the nose and palate and a finish that hints of green apple. A blend of La Crescent, Brianna, and Edelweiss grown in our Mahaska County, Iowa, vineyards, Iowa Candleglow White pairs well with chicken, fish, or lightly seasoned pork. Or just sip it by itself. Serve chilled.
