Fuji Apple Chicken Salad (Panera Bread Copycat)
Mixed greens tossed with juicy chicken, crispy apple slices, red onions, blue cheese and crunchy pecans. A fresh and healthy salad inspired by the famous Panera Bread version.
Servings:4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to ½ inch thickness
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 6-8 cups mixed greens
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup pecan halves
- ½ cup gorgonzola or blue cheese crumbles
- 2 cups apple chips
- 1 cup fuji apple salad dressing store-bought
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with seasoning salt and cook on both sides for 3-4 minutes each in a greased skillet or pan over medium heat. Cut into pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl toss together mixed greens, tomatoes, sliced onions, and chicken. Sprinkle pecans, cheese crumbles, and apple chips on top. Serve with fuji apple dressing.
Notes
Lighthouse brand makes a great dressing for this salad!
Nutrition
Calories: 380 kcal, Carbohydrates: 36 g, Protein: 19 g, Fat: 20 g, Saturated Fat: 5 g, Trans Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 49 mg, Sodium: 939 mg, Potassium: 781 mg, Fiber: 6 g, Sugar: 27 g, Vitamin A: 1350 IU, Vitamin C: 25 mg, Calcium: 127 mg, Iron: 2 mg