Saffron Chicken & Herb Salad
Saffron Chicken & Herb Salad is a unique and explosive combination of flavors --- I guarantee it's like no other chicken salad you've ever had!
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Set oven to 400F
Slice off both ends of the orange, and then cut into 12 wedges. Remove any seeds. Put the wedges, peel and all, into a small saucepan with the honey, saffron, and vinegar. Add just enough water to cover the oranges. Bring to a boil and simmer for about an hour, or until it is reduced to a thick syrup. Add a bit more water during cooking if it gets too dry. Use a food processor or immersion blender to puree the mixture into a smooth 'sauce', adding a little more water if is too thick to pour.
Meanwhile rub the chicken breasts with half the oil, and salt and pepper. Brown on both sides on a hot grill pan for 2 minutes per side, or until you get good grill marks. Transfer to a baking sheet and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes, until just done inside.
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As I mentioned, I think you can get away with using a fresh rotisserie chicken with good results here and save yourself some work.
The saffron orange sauce is potent, start with a little and add more to your taste. You’ll have some leftover, especially if you use a large orange like I did. Ottolenghi recommends using it on fish.
Be sure to slice the fennel super thinly, I used the thinnest setting on my mandoline slicer.
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Hi Sue,
Just wanted to let you know his book arrived in the mail just now and I'm so excited! I have some of his other books but this one looks extra special and I've been wanting it for ages - just needed that extra push and your gorgeous salad did it!
Have a great day :)
What a gorgeous salad, Sue! That vibrant dressing is so intriguing and I'm sure gives this salad such a unique flavor. Craving a big bowl for lunch!
This is a beautiful salad! Your orange sauce sounds delicious! Thanks for a brilliant salad.
Have a great weekend!
Wow, so gorgeous and bright Sue! Love that saffron orange puree! Definitely need to give this one a try! Perfect for a girlfriends luncheon!
I think between you and me we may have cooked this whole book! Now I have to go try this one. I've been hankering for a salad and this sounds perfect!
WHOA! What a looker and I can already taste the wonderful flavours just by looking!
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