Description
Grilled chicken salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with an array of fresh greens and colorful vegetables. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor gatherings. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, it brings the taste of summer right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- While chicken rests, chop the salad ingredients: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice red onion. Combine with mixed greens in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Slice the grilled chicken into strips and add to the salad mixture. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate components separately for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 big bowl (400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg