Bougie Grubs Apple Pie Chicken Salad
Apple Pie Chicken Salad is a delicious and creative salad that combines the flavors of a classic apple pie with the heartiness of chicken salad. This unique salad combines the savory flavors of chicken salad with the sweet, spiced apples reminiscent of apple pie. It's a perfect blend of textures and tastes, making it a delightful and satisfying dish for lunch or dinner. Here's a basic recipe for you to try:
INGREDIENTS
For the Chicken Salad
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
2 apples, diced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Crackers
1 sleeve (about 30-40) saltine crackers
1/2 stick of unsalted butter
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare the Chicken Salad
Melt butter in a skillet on med heat. Sprinkle the sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla over the apples. Stir to coat the apples evenly. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes or until the apples are tender and caramelized.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the apple pie mixture cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, pecan, cinnamon, and apple pie mixture.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Prepare the Crackers
1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees
2. Melt Butter
3. Add cinnamon and sugar and mix together.
4. Dip crackers in mixture and place on a parchment paper lined cracker
5. Place in oven for 25 minutes.
Assemble the Salad
Place a bed of fresh lettuce leaves or mixed greens on serving plates.
Spoon the chicken salad mixture over the greens.
Top the chicken salad with a little apple pie mixture, spreading it evenly.
Garnish plate crackers
Serve immediately, and enjoy your Apple Pie Chicken Salad!