Harvest Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Delight
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Harvest Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Delight, a delightful homage to Panera's renowned salad. This wholesome and satisfying meal brings together succulent rotisserie chicken, crisp spring greens, juicy tomatoes, and a medley of textures from toasted pecans and crunchy apple chips. Topped with velvety crumbled feta cheese and garnished with delicate red onion rings and sweet dried cranberries, every bite is a celebration of freshness and flavor. This salad is not just a dish; it’s a full meal pairing beautifully with rustic bread and a glass of crisp white wine, making it perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a nourishing family dinner.
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Servings
130
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
rotisserie chicken
1 (remove all meat from the bone and cool in fridge)
spring greens
8 ounces (ready to serve)
tomatoes
2 (chopped (vine ripe is best))
toasted pecan halves
1 cup (toasted)
apple chips
2.5 ounces (Granny Smith variety)
feta cheese
6 ounces (crumbled (can substitute with bleu or gorgonzola))
red onion
1/2 (sliced into rings)
dried cranberries
1/2 cup (ready to serve)
olive oil
2/3 cup (for dressing)
golden balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons (for dressing)
apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons (for dressing)
garlic cloves
2-3 (finely diced)
shallots
2 small (finely chopped)
Dijon mustard
3 teaspoons (for dressing)
honey
3 tablespoons (for dressing)
Instructions
1
Begin by shredding the meat from the rotisserie chicken, if you haven't already, and allow it to cool in the refrigerator.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the spring greens, chopped tomatoes, toasted pecan halves, apple chips, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onion, and dried cranberries. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, golden balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, diced garlic, chopped shallots, Dijon mustard, and honey until well blended. This will create a rich and flavorful dressing.
4
When ready to serve, drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure that all the salad ingredients are coated with the dressing.
5
Serve immediately, or allow guests to serve themselves buffet-style, customizing their own plates.
Nutrition Information
8.3g
Fat
10g
Carbs
5.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Harvest Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Delight?
It is a wholesome and satisfying salad inspired by Panera's famous version, featuring rotisserie chicken, spring greens, toasted pecans, and apple chips.
What are the primary ingredients in this salad?
The main ingredients include rotisserie chicken, spring greens, vine-ripe tomatoes, toasted pecans, Granny Smith apple chips, feta cheese, red onion, and dried cranberries.
Is this a copycat recipe?
Yes, it is described as a delightful homage to Panera's renowned Fuji apple chicken salad.
How many calories are in a serving of this salad?
Each serving contains approximately 130 calories.
What kind of chicken should be used?
The recipe calls for one rotisserie chicken with the meat removed from the bone and cooled in the fridge.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can substitute the crumbled feta cheese with bleu cheese or gorgonzola.
What variety of apple chips is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 2.5 ounces of Granny Smith variety apple chips.
What is in the salad dressing?
The dressing is made from olive oil, golden balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, diced garlic, chopped shallots, Dijon mustard, and honey.
How do I prepare the red onion?
You should use half of a red onion and slice it into delicate rings.
Are the pecans raw or toasted?
The recipe requires 1 cup of toasted pecan halves for added texture.
What type of tomatoes are best for this recipe?
Vine-ripe tomatoes are recommended and should be chopped before adding to the salad.
How much honey is used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of honey to provide a touch of sweetness to the dressing.
What kind of vinegar is used?
The dressing uses a combination of 2 tablespoons of golden balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 2 to 3 garlic cloves, finely diced, for the dressing.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to shred the meat from the rotisserie chicken and allow it to cool in the refrigerator.
How should the salad be assembled?
Combine the greens, tomatoes, pecans, apple chips, cheese, onion, and cranberries in a large bowl and toss gently.
When should the dressing be added?
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture right before you are ready to serve.
Is this salad suitable for a buffet?
Yes, you can allow guests to serve themselves buffet-style so they can customize their own plates.
What beverage pairs well with this salad?
A glass of crisp white wine is a perfect pairing for this meal.
What side dish is recommended?
The salad pairs beautifully with rustic bread.
How much fat is in one serving?
One serving of this salad contains 8.3g of fat.
How much protein does this salad provide?
Each serving contains 5.8g of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
There are 10g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many shallots are required for the dressing?
The dressing requires 2 small shallots that have been finely chopped.
What type of mustard is used?
The recipe calls for 3 teaspoons of Dijon mustard.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 15 ingredients in total.
Can I make the dressing in advance?
Yes, you can whisk the dressing ingredients together in a separate bowl before you are ready to serve.
What kind of greens are used?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of ready-to-serve spring greens.
Is this salad good for picnics?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for gatherings, picnics, or nourishing family dinners.
Does the recipe include dried fruit?
Yes, it includes 1/2 cup of sweet dried cranberries.