Juicy chunks of maple-marinated chicken are tossed with leafy greens, apple and grapes, candied pecans, bacon, and a tangy-sweet maple Dijon vinaigrette.
This is a filling main dish salad that's great for lunch or dinner.
This chicken pecan salad is crunchy, sweet, savory, and hearty enough to keep you satisfied without putting you in a food coma.
It’s my current favorite fall lunch, but I’ve been known to serve it as a lighter dinner too. The recipe makes six generous servings, and I like to prep everything over the weekend and store the salad fixings in separate containers for easy meals throughout the week.
A blend of romaine, baby red leaf, and bitter radicchio gives the salad plenty of crunch, while juicy apples and grapes add a pop of sweetness.
Then come the candied pecans for that irresistible caramelized crunch, sharp cheddar for a little salty richness, and tender chicken marinated in maple for even more savory sweetness.
Toss the whole thing with a maple Dijon dressing and you’ve got a salad that’s anything but boring!
Enjoy!
Heidi
