Chicken And Apple Salad With A Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine cooked and shredded chicken, diced apples, and chopped lettuce.
• STEP 2.In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
• STEP 3.Pour the vinaigrette over the chicken and apple mixture and toss until well coated.
• STEP 4.Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for later use.
• STEP 5.Garnish with additional apple slices and chopped parsley, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• For the chicken, you can use leftover cooked chicken or cook chicken breasts and shred them.
• Choose crisp and slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a nice contrast to the sweetness of the dressing.
• To prevent the apples from browning, toss them with a little lemon juice before adding them to the salad.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately after tossing with the vinaigrette to maintain its crispness.
• If you need to make it ahead of time, keep the vinaigrette separate and toss it with the salad just before serving.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.