Easy Pecan Chicken Salad

This Pecan Chicken Salad with apples, cranberries and goat cheese is the #1 main dish salad my family makes on constant repeat. It's a total breeze to throw together.

The real magic is in the quick Maple-Balsamic Dressing. It’s all a breeze to throw together and is completely adaptable … and CRAAAAZY delicious, every single time! ~

- spring greens - apple - pecans - dried cranberries - goat cheese - chicken breasts

Place greens in a large serving bowl, layering in some of the apples, pecans, dried cranberries, and goat cheese as you build the salad.

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For the dressing, whisk together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, mustard, and salt until emulsified.

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Dress the salad just before serving, or pass the dressing at the table.

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The dressing can be made a day or two in advance and kept, covered, in the refrigerator.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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