5-Star Spring Chicken

Put a little spring in your step-and on your plate-with these top-rated chicken recipes.

Chicken and Strawberry Salad

Strawberries are at their peak, so now is the perfect time to toss them with chicken and fresh greens for a simple no-cook salad.

Recipe: Chicken and Strawberry Salad










Grilled Chicken Pita Salad

Showcase springtime asparagus along with sliced chicken, kalamata olives, tomato and feta cheese in this hearty Mediterranean main dish salad.

Recipe: Grilled Chicken Pita Salad

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Mediterranean Chicken

Make a slit in the side of each chicken breast halves and fill the "pockets" with feta cheese and olive paste. With the wilted spinach on the side, it's a one-dish meal oozing with Mediterranean flavor. Reviwer DClady1980 says, "I make this recipe at least twice a month. It's very simple and tastes wonderful."

Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken







Chicken and Farfalle Salad with Walnut Pesto

Making the pesto with walnuts instead of the more traditional pine nuts adds a rich, toasty flavor to the sauce. Reviewer Wachterkim raves, "Excellent, easy recipe. Simple, but delicious."

Recipe: Chicken and Farfalle Salad with Walnut Pesto








Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous

Kebabs are a light, easy way to prepare chicken, especially when served atop a bed of homemade couscous. "What a fantastic flavor change! If you're not typically eating east-Indian food, this one is a fantastic introduction," recommends reviewer Bill W.

Recipe: Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous

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