Asparagus, Mandarin Orange, Chicken, and Rice

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Asparagus, Mandarin Orange, Chicken, and Rice

Ready in 30 minutes; Serves 4

Ingredients:

Vinaigrette Dressing:

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp mandarin orange juice (reserved from oranges)
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce, reduced sodium

Salad:

  • 3 1/3 C fresh asparagus (trimmed)
  • 2 cans (11 oz) mandarin oranges
  • 12 ounces cooked chicken breast (cut into chunks)
  • 3 C cooked instant brown rice

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette ingredients, set aside.
  2. Cook rice according to package directions.
  3. Place whole trimmed asparagus in a large skillet with 1 1/2 inches of water.
  4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 2-5 minutes.
  5. Rinse with cool water and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  6. In a medium sized bowl, toss all ingredients.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories 440; Protein 33g; Carbohydrates 51g; Sugar 12g;Fiber 6g; Fat 11g; Saturated Fat 2g; Cholesterol 70mg

 Source: https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/myplate-cnpp/asparagus-mandarin-orange-chicken-and-rice