Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Copy Cat Panera Bread Co
Recreate the fresh, crisp flavors of a restaurant favorite with this Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Copycat, inspired by Panera Bread. This vibrant salad combines tender slices of cooked chicken breast with a medley of spring mix greens, sweet Fuji apple slices, and a touch of sharpness from thinly sliced red onions. Creamy crumbles of Gorgonzola cheese, crunchy toasted pecans or walnuts, and tangy dried cranberries add depth and texture, while a drizzle of apple vinaigrette ties it all together with refreshing zest. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of crispy Fuji apple chips that mimic Panera’s signature topping for an irresistible crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this beautifully layered salad makes for a quick, gourmet-quality meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Spring mix salad greens
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 1 large Fuji apple, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.33 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Toasted pecans or walnuts
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Store-bought apple vinaigrette (or homemade)
- 0.5 cup Panera Fuji Apple Crisp topping (or substitute with crispy baked apple chips)
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken breast by cooking it ahead of time (grilled or pan-seared works well). Slice it thinly and set aside.
2. In a large salad bowl, layer the spring mix salad greens as the base of your salad.
3. Arrange the sliced chicken breast, Fuji apple slices, and red onion evenly over the greens.
4. Sprinkle the salad with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, toasted pecans or walnuts, and dried cranberries.
5. Drizzle the apple vinaigrette over the salad, using about 2 tablespoons per serving or to your taste.
6. Finish the salad with a sprinkle of Panera Fuji Apple Crisp topping or crispy baked apple chips for added texture and flavor.
7. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients, or serve assembled as-is for a stunning presentation.
9. Divide the salad into four bowls or plates and serve immediately. Enjoy your fresh, homemade Fuji Apple Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.7 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 2137 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.3 g | ||
| Protein | 173.3 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2306 mg | 49% | |
*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.
