Farmhouse Chopped Chicken Salad with Creamy Herb Dressing

This post is sponsored by the Florida Department of Citrus.

This Farmhouse Chicken Chopped Salad — romaine, cabbage, kale, carrots, grilled chicken breast, bacon, sunflower seeds and avocado — tossed in a bright orange honey mustard dressing is my current obsession.

If you want to know what I’m craving lately it’s this Farmhouse Chicken Chopped Salad.

I recently got hooked on pre-made chopped salad kits, and this is my homemade take on one of my favorites. I decided to add more of the things I love — avocado, grilled chicken, bacon — and finish it with a tangy orange honey mustard dressing. Simple upgrades make all the difference.

You might have seen this on Instagram last week — thanks for all the love there. I edited the photos quickly so you can make this Farmhouse Chicken Chopped Salad for dinner soon.

YAAASSS.

I love chopped salads because the vegetables are finely cut, so every bite is full of flavor and texture — and they fill you up without feeling heavy. This version combines chopped romaine, cabbage, kale and carrots, then adds protein from grilled chicken and crumbled bacon, plus healthy fat from avocado and a crunchy finish from sunflower seeds.

Coated in a tangy orange honey mustard — I’m all about that sauce.

The dressing comes together quickly with ingredients you may already have: Florida orange juice, spicy brown mustard, mayo and maple syrup (or honey). I add a few drops of sriracha for heat, but that’s optional if you prefer it milder.

As a Florida native now raising a family in Orlando, I like using Florida orange juice in recipes. A splash of fresh OJ brightens the dressing with natural citrus flavor and adds vitamin C and potassium without added sugar.

My best homemade dressing tip: add everything to a mason jar, close the lid and shake.

For more ideas and citrus inspiration, check the Florida Department of Citrus social channels for recipes and tips.