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Apple and Walnut Chicken Salad

The Apple and Walnut Chicken Salad is more than just a salad—it’s a symphony of flavors and textures. The sweetness of apples, the crunch of walnuts, the tanginess of cranberries, and the savory goodness of chicken come together to create a dish that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious.
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Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad:
  • 2 cups mixed greens baby spinach, arugula, or lettuce 🥬
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast sliced or shredded 🍗
  • 1 medium apple thinly sliced (Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness) 🍎
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts 🌰
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries 🍒
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese 🧀
  • For the Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 🍏
  • 1 teaspoon honey 🍯
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂

Instructions
 

  • 1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
  • Wash and dry the mixed greens. Thinly slice the apple and toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Slice or shred the cooked chicken.
  • 2️⃣ Make the Dressing:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • 3️⃣ Assemble the Salad:
  • In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base. Top with the sliced chicken, apple slices, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese.
  • 4️⃣ Add the Dressing:
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly.
  • 5️⃣ Serve:
  • Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual plates. Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful dish!
Keyword Apple and Walnut Chicken Salad
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