For an extra touch of elegance, consider using a mandoline to create uniformly thin apple slices. If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the chicken in a skillet with a little olive oil. To make your own candied walnuts, toss walnut halves with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, then bake at 350°F (175°C) until caramelized. Feel free to substitute goat cheese or feta cheese for the blue cheese if you prefer. A balsamic vinaigrette or apple cider vinaigrette would also pair well with this salad.
Sweet Apple-Walnut Chicken Salad
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS10
Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and flavorful salad! Crisp Granny Smith apples, crunchy candied walnuts, and tangy blue cheese mingle with grilled chicken and a luscious raspberry vinaigrette, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol77 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein33 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1206 mg
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Sugar22 g
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Fat24 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. (5 minutes)
02
StepSeason chicken breasts with seasoned salt. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). (15 minutes)
03
StepIn a large bowl, gently combine the mixed salad greens, apple slices, candied walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese. (5 minutes)
04
StepDrizzle the raspberry vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Divide the salad evenly between two plates. (2 minutes)
05
StepOnce the chicken is cool enough to handle, slice it into strips. Arrange the chicken strips attractively atop the salad on each plate. Serve immediately and enjoy! (5 minutes)
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Janick Rohan
Jun 29, 2025Jessica P: I loved the sweet and savory combination. My family devoured it!
Verla Flatley
Jun 26, 2025Emily K: The raspberry vinaigrette really brings all the flavors together. I'll definitely make this again.
Eula Kshlerin
Jun 25, 2025Michael B: This is a great way to use leftover grilled chicken. I added some avocado for extra creaminess.
Kristoffer Kirlin
Jun 21, 2025David L: Easy to follow and delicious. I used goat cheese instead of blue cheese, and it worked great.
Hollis Howe
Jun 20, 2025Karen T: I found the blue cheese a bit strong, so I used a milder feta cheese instead and it was perfect for my taste.
Alvera Pagac
Jun 18, 2025Sarah M: I made this last night, and it was a huge hit! The apple and blue cheese combo is fantastic.
Gillian Hammes
Jun 16, 2025Robert S: Simple, quick and healthy. Substituted the candied walnuts with regular ones to cut down on sugar. Still delicious!