Harvest Chicken Salad
Bursting with seasonal flavors and wholesome ingredients, Harvest Chicken Salad is the perfect blend of nutrition and indulgence. Featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp diced apples, sweet dried cranberries, creamy goat cheese, and nutty pecans, this salad is anchored on a bed of fresh spring mix or baby spinach for a vibrant, nutrient-packed base. A touch of cooked quinoa adds heartiness, while a simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for meal prep or a quick dinner, this fall-inspired chicken salad is a celebration of fresh, balanced eating. Perfect for those who love healthy salads with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Cooked chicken breasts
- 6 cups Spring mix or baby spinach
- 1 large Diced apple (Honeycrisp or Gala preferred)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Chopped pecans
- 1 cup Cooked and cooled quinoa
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Shred or chop the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix or baby spinach, diced apple, dried cranberries, crumbled goat cheese, chopped pecans, and cooked quinoa.
Add the shredded chicken to the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure even coating.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.5 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 2271 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.9 g | ||
| Protein | 161.1 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2344 mg | 50% | |
*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.
