Fuji Apple Chicken Salad (Panera Copycat)

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
• 1 (10 oz.) bag mixed greens
• quarter of a red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 cups apple chips
• 1 cup glazed pecans
• 1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese (crumbled)
• 1 cup freshly-diced tomatoes (optional)
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 2-3 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then mist it with cooking spray or oil.

2. 2

   Brush chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. (Or you can add your favorite seasonings.) Place on prepared baking sheet, and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until internal temperature is 160 degrees and the juices run clear. Remove and let chicken cool for at least 10 minutes, then thinly slice or shred.

3. 3

   Toss the remaining salad ingredients together in a large bowl, and drizzle on your desired amount of vinaigrette. Toss and serve immediately.

4. 4

   Whisk all ingredients together until blended.