Candied Walnut Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and savory Candied Walnut Chicken Salad, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and hearty flavors. Tender, golden-seared chicken breast pairs beautifully with the irresistible crunch of homemade candied walnuts, adding a delightful sweetness to every bite. A medley of fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions creates a refreshing base, while creamy crumbles of blue cheese or feta deliver a burst of richness. Drizzled with a zesty balsamic vinaigrette, this easy-to-make salad is packed with nutrition and texture, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or a show-stopping appetizer. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 cups Mixed greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Crumbled blue cheese or feta
- 0.5 cup Balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Drizzle olive oil into the skillet and cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
To make the candied walnuts, place a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the walnuts and granulated sugar.
Stir constantly for about 4-5 minutes, until the sugar melts and coats the walnuts evenly. Be careful not to let the sugar burn.
Transfer the candied walnuts to a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled blue cheese or feta.
Top the salad with the sliced chicken and cooled candied walnuts.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Candied Walnut Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.7 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 69.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 338 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 4589 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.1 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.1 g | ||
| Protein | 143.0 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2503 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
