Delicious Chick-Fil-A Market Salad Recipe for Salad Lovers
Equipment
- A sharp knife for slicing chicken and fruit
- A large mixing bowl for assembling the salad
- A grill pan or skillet for cooking the chicken
- Measuring cups and spoons, for accurate ingredient portions.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
- 2 cups spring mix salad
- 1 cup granola
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 granny smith apple, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup roasted walnuts
- Salad dressing of choice: honey mustard or avocado lime ranch dressing
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: season 2 chicken breasts with a teaspoon salt and a teaspoon black pepper, then cook on medium heat with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil until golden and cooked through. Let chicken cool, then slice into thin strips.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of spring mix salad, a mix of romaine, iceberg, and green leaf lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the toppings: Arrange the chicken slices over the greens, then top with 1 cup granola, 1 cup blueberries, sliced strawberries, and thinly sliced granny smith apple.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with feta cheese crumbles and roasted walnuts. Drizzle with honey mustard or avocado lime ranch dressing just before serving.
Notes
- For a zesty twist, make a homemade dressing with 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 cup apple cider vinegar, and a teaspoon of cayenne pepper mixed with a cup of honey.
- Boost the salad’s flavor by adding crumbled blue cheese and a mix of red and green apples for a tart and sweet contrast.
- Adapt this recipe throughout the seasons by using a variety of fresh beds of mixed greens and seasonal fruits for variety and maximum freshness.
- Explore other Chick-fil-A recipes, like the spicy southwest salad, by incorporating similar ingredients and copycat recipes for dressings.