Maple Dijon Chicken Salad
A delightful Maple Dijon Chicken Salad with juicy chicken, crunchy apples, and a sweet-tangy dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 4 cups mixed greens or your favorite lettuce
- 1–2 crisp apples, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning it with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Make the dressing by whisking together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil.
- Assemble the salad by layering lettuce, chicken, and apples, then drizzle the dressing on top.
- Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Sprinkle toasted nuts on top before serving for added crunch.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients and add your favorite fruits or nuts for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken salad, Maple Dijon, healthy salad, meal prep, easy recipes