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Apple Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A fresh and vibrant apple salad topped with seasoned chicken and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey vinaigrette.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup whole milk yogurt
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup hot honey
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain dijon mustard
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • to taste pepper pepper

Salad

  • 8-10 cups spring mix
  • 1 large pink lady or honey crisp apple, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/3 cup goat cheese
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries or dried tart cherries
  • 1/3 cup candied pecans
  • 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Combine greens and toppings in a large bowl. Season chicken with spices, cook until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F, then slice.
  • Top salad with sliced chicken, drizzle with dressing, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken rest before slicing.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, chicken, Salad