Chicken Apple Walnut Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and satisfying Chicken Apple Walnut Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. This deliciously balanced recipe combines tender, pan-seared chicken with the crisp sweetness of thinly sliced apple, the crunch of toasted walnuts, and the tangy pop of dried cranberries—all nestled atop a bed of fresh mixed greens. A drizzle of homemade honey mustard dressing ties everything together, adding a harmonious blend of sweetness and zest. For an extra touch of creamy indulgence, sprinkle some crumbled goat cheese or feta on top. Perfect as a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this salad is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes and makes four irresistible servings. Looking for a healthy, flavor-packed seasonal salad? This Chicken Apple Walnut Salad has it all.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 medium Apple (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Goat cheese or feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (for dressing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for dressing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for dressing)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from pan and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the honey mustard dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 0.25 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Core and thinly slice the apple. Add the apple slices to the salad greens.
Add 0.5 cup walnuts and 0.25 cup dried cranberries to the salad. If desired, sprinkle 0.25 cup goat cheese or feta cheese on top.
Add the sliced chicken to the salad.
Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Apple Walnut Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.8 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 4433 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.1 g | ||
| Protein | 91.1 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1811 mg | 39% | |
*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.
