Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsLa CarretaBalsamic Chicken Recipe

Balsamic Chicken Recipe

Inspired by La Carreta
Time1h
Serves2

Premium grilled chicken breast, mixed greens, gorgonzola cheese crumbles, glazed cranberry walnuts, and balsamic dressing.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Chicken

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill Chicken

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from grill and let rest.

Salad Assembly

  1. 3

    Prepare Salad Base

    In a large salad bowl, add mixed greens as the base.

  2. 4

    Add Toppings

    Crumble gorgonzola cheese over the mixed greens and sprinkle the glazed cranberry walnuts on top.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Final Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it on top of the salad. Drizzle with balsamic dressing and serve immediately.

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