Garden Salad With Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Chicken Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Preparing the Salad
- 4
Chop the Vegetables
While the chicken is grilling, wash and chop the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and carrots. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Slice the Chicken
After the chicken has rested, slice it into strips.
- 7
Combine Salad and Dressing
Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl with the chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.