Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Copy Cat Panera Bread Co

Recreate the fresh, crisp flavors of a restaurant favorite with this Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Copycat, inspired by Panera Bread. This vibrant salad combines tender slices of cooked chicken breast with a medley of spring mix greens, sweet Fuji apple slices, and a touch of sharpness from thinly sliced red onions. Creamy crumbles of Gorgonzola cheese, crunchy toasted pecans or walnuts, and tangy dried cranberries add depth and texture, while a drizzle of apple vinaigrette ties it all together with refreshing zest. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of crispy Fuji apple chips that mimic Panera’s signature topping for an irresistible crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this beautifully layered salad makes for a quick, gourmet-quality meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Spring mix salad greens
• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, sliced
• 1 large Fuji apple, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.33 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Toasted pecans or walnuts
• 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Store-bought apple vinaigrette (or homemade)
• 0.5 cup Panera Fuji Apple Crisp topping (or substitute with crispy baked apple chips)
• 0 to taste Salt and pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the chicken breast by cooking it ahead of time (grilled or pan-seared works well). Slice it thinly and set aside.

Step 2

2. In a large salad bowl, layer the spring mix salad greens as the base of your salad.

Step 3

3. Arrange the sliced chicken breast, Fuji apple slices, and red onion evenly over the greens.

Step 4

4. Sprinkle the salad with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, toasted pecans or walnuts, and dried cranberries.

Step 5

5. Drizzle the apple vinaigrette over the salad, using about 2 tablespoons per serving or to your taste.

Step 6

6. Finish the salad with a sprinkle of Panera Fuji Apple Crisp topping or crispy baked apple chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

7. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

8. Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients, or serve assembled as-is for a stunning presentation.

Step 9

9. Divide the salad into four bowls or plates and serve immediately. Enjoy your fresh, homemade Fuji Apple Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1215.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2034.6

Total Fat 86.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 476.1mg	0%
Sodium 2136.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 106.3g
Protein 173.3g	0%

Vitamin D 16.9IU	0%
Calcium 640.3mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 2306.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 34.1%

Carbs: 27.4%