The flavors of sweet fruit, crunchy pecans, sharp cheese, and
savory chicken come together in this refreshing salad.
Serves 4 Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooking Time 10 minutes
1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 whole roasted chicken, shredded
1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1 bunch arugula, leaves trimmed
1 Fuji apple, cored, quartered, and thinly sliced
1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
salt and pepper, to season
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an oven tray with parchment paper.
2. Combine pecans and maple syrup in a small bowl. Spread on prepared tray. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and sticky. Let cool.
3. Combine chicken, romaine lettuce, arugula, apple, and blue cheese in a large bowl. Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with pecans.
4. Whisk oil and vinegar together in a small bowl. Season to taste. Drizzle over salad just before serving.
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YOU CAN USE ANY TYPE OF BLUE CHEESE FOR THIS SALAD, OR TRY CHOPPED BRIE OR CAMEMBERT.
