Chicken and Apple Salad
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 363
- Carbohydrates g 14.3
- of which sugars g 12.1
- Protein g 40.6
- Fats g 16
- of which saturated fat g 2.37
- Fiber g 3.5
- Cholesterol mg 97
- Sodium mg 665
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
PRESENTATION
Chicken apple salad is honestly a fun twist—especially with crisp Fuji apples and juicy pomegranate seeds. It is not just for summer; you can, you know, mix it up for cooler months. So here's the thing: it's a cool way to enjoy fresh flavors all year. Imagine this: tender grilled chicken strips over leafy greens with sweet fruit surprises in every bite. It's like people love using whatever's fresh at the market.
And the sauce? Really brings it together. That apple chicken salad recipe does not stick to any tradition—which is great for experimenting. Try out new ideas each time you make it—seriously good.
Pack this chicken salad with apples for lunch and it's anything but boring. Really. It's a tasty way to eat healthy, thanks to its mix of flavors and textures. Plus, those pomegranate seeds add a burst of color and a tangy kick, while apples stay crunchy even after a bit. People like throwing in extras too. Toasted nuts? Sure. A sprinkle of seeds? Definitely. There’s no one right way to make a chicken salad with fruit. That’s part of the fun.
If you're into chicken salad variations, try pears or dried cranberries if apples aren't on hand. It's so so easy to see why it fits any situation—dinner, light lunch, or potluck side. It's not just about eating healthy. It's enjoying food that's colorful, fresh, and different each time. Pretty simple.
Whether it’s your go-to lunch or a dish to impress at a gathering, this salad gives you a way way flavorful option. So, grab those apples and get creative with this versatile meal choice. For sure.
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INGREDIENTS
- Fuji Apples 0.5 lb (220 g)
- Chicken breast 1.5 lbs (700 g)
- Arugula 3 ½ cups (70 g)
- Spinach 2.3 cups (70 g)
- Pomegranate 1
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- For Dressing
- Extra virgin olive oil 3 ½ tbsp (50 g)
- Mustard 1 ½ tbsp (25 g)
- Apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp (10 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Chicken and Apple Salad
To prepare the chicken and apple salad, start by cutting the chicken breast in half 1, remove the fat parts, then slice it into 1/2 inch thick pieces 2. Take a baking dish, pour a drizzle of olive oil on the bottom, and season with pepper and salt 3.
Place the chicken slices you have cut here, then also season them on the surface with olive oil 4, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate and, in the meantime, take care of the salad: wash the arugula and baby spinach 5, then dry the leaves in a salad spinner 6 and set them aside.
Deseed the pomegranate and collect the seeds in a bowl: you should obtain about 5 oz of pomegranate seeds 7. Now proceed with cooking the chicken: heat a grill well, and when it is hot enough, place the chicken slices on it 8, ensuring they are drizzled with the marinade used for the brief marination 9.
Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side (or until it is well cooked and shows the typical grill marks) 10. Once ready, set aside the chicken and prepare the sauce to dress the chicken and apple salad: in a bowl, pour the mustard, add the apple cider vinegar 11, and then the olive oil 12,
finally, add salt, pepper, and mix to emulsify the sauce well 13. Wash and dry the apples, cut them into quarters 14, remove the core 15
then slice them thinly without removing the peel 16. Take the grilled chicken slices and cut them diagonally into strips about 1/2 inch thick 17. Everything is ready to assemble the salad: in a bowl, place the arugula and baby spinach, the apple slices 18
and the chicken 19, drizzle with the mustard sauce 20, mix and serve your chicken and apple salad immediately 21!