Maple Dijon Chicken Salad
A delightful salad combining savory, sweet, and tangy flavors with chicken, crisp greens, and a homemade maple Dijon dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 cooked chicken breasts or grilled chicken
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine and baby spinach)
- 1 medium apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced almonds or walnuts (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: If using leftover chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces. Otherwise, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, grill or pan-sear until cooked through, then let it rest and slice thinly.
- Make the maple Dijon dressing: Combine Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Assemble the salad: Toss together the greens, sliced apple, and chicken in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and gently toss to combine.
- Plate it up: Serve immediately in individual bowls or a large serving dish, topped with optional toasted nuts or seeds.
- Enjoy: Savor the burst of flavors and delightful textures in every bite.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu. Dressing can be made creamier with Greek yogurt or heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken salad, maple dressing, healthy salad, quick meal, nostalgic recipe