Chicken and Apple Salad
This Fall-inspired Chicken and Apple Salad is a light and refreshing dish that's simple to prepare. Seasoned chicken is mixed with crisp apples, toasted pecans, and a homemade honey mustard vinaigrette for a delicious salad you will love.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 pinch chipotle powder or cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or any neutral tasting oil
- 1 large apple
- 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
- As Needed chopped pecans toasted
- As Needed Mixed Greens
Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
- Season the chicken all over with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, dry mustard powder, paprika and chipotle powder.
- Preheat a cast iron griddle (or any skillet) over medium-high heat and drizzle with oil. Place the chicken on the griddle and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Set aside to rest while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- Thinly slice the apples and toss with the lemon juice. Set aside.
- Combine all of the honey mustard vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine. Alternatively, you can add all of the ingredients to a container with a lid and shake until combined.
- Arrange the chicken over the mixed greens. Add pecans, apple slices, and honey mustard vinaigrette to taste. Enjoy!
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