Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and vinaigrette.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Grilled Chicken
Vinaigrette
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill the 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 and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Salad
- 3
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
- 4
Slice the Avocado
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice the avocado into thin pieces and add them to the salad bowl.
- 5
Slice the Chicken
After resting, slice the grilled chicken into strips and add them on top of the salad.
Making the Vinaigrette
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 7
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Serving the Salad
- 8
Serve
Divide the salad into serving bowls and enjoy your grilled chicken salad!
