Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup sliced almonds3 tablespoons sugar, divided1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon saltDash hot pepper sauce4 cups chopped lettuce2 cups cubed cooked chicken1-1/2 cups chow mein noodles1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained and patted dry1 cup chopped celery1 green onion, chopped
Preparation
In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until toasted. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar; cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool.
For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt, hot pepper sauce and remaining sugar.
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, noodles, pineapple, celery and onion. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Break apart sugared almonds; sprinkle over salad.
