Step 1

Place the chicken in a saucepan with the onion, garlic, and salt and add water to cover.

Step 2

Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the chicken is just cooked through, about 25 minutes.

Step 3

Allow chicken to cool in the poaching liquid, about 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the skin and bones and shred the meat into large, bite-size pieces. Set aside in a large bowl.

Step 5

Place all dressing ingredients except oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil. Taste for salt and pepper and add accordingly.

Step 6

Toss lettuce with enough dressing to coat lightly. Add remaining salad components and the chicken on top of lettuce and serve with extra dressing on the side.