Description
Grilled Chicken Salad is a fresh, high-protein meal packed with juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a light dressing—perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to make the dressing.
- Add sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
- Top with feta cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 75°C (165°F).
- Swap feta for goat cheese or omit for dairy-free.
- Add quinoa or chickpeas for extra fiber.
- Best served fresh for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: International