Blackened Chicken Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Blackened Chicken
For the Salad
Method
For the Blackened Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Spice Mix
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Rub the spice mix all over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a blackened crust. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
For the Salad
- 4
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is cooking, wash and dry the mixed greens. Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 5
Assemble the Salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- 6
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Combine and Serve
Slice the blackened chicken and place it on top of the salad. Drizzle with dressing, toss gently to combine, and serve immediately.