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Easy Chicken & Arugula Salad with Warm Fig Dressing One-Pot Recipe

This one-pot recipe combines shredded chicken, arugula, and a warm fig dressing for a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with sweet, citrusy, and nutty flavors.
The toasted almonds and figs provide a delightful texture contrast, making it a cohesive, flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
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Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 12-inch nonstick skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
  • ¾ teaspoon table salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon pepper divided
  • 1 tablespoon plus ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 large shallot halved and sliced thin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 12 figs stemmed and quartered
  • 5 ounces 5 cups baby arugula
  • ⅓ cup fresh tarragon or basil leaves torn if large
  • ½ cup sliced almonds toasted

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Pound the thicker end of chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap to achieve even ½-inch thickness.
  • Pat chicken dry and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking. Cook chicken until browned and registers 160°F, about 5–7 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board, cool slightly, then shred into bite-size pieces using two forks.

Prepare the Dressing:

  • Wipe the skillet clean with paper towels.
  • Heat ⅓ cup oil in the skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add shallots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in coriander and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and whisk in vinegar, honey, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper.

Combine the Ingredients:

  • Stir in chickpeas and figs, letting the mixture sit until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Assemble the Salad:

  • Toss shredded chicken, arugula, tarragon, and chickpea mixture in a serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve immediately.
Keyword Easy dinner ideas, easy one-pot chicken recipe, Mediterranean chicken salad, One-pot healthy recipes, Warm fig salad dressing
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