Chicken Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If not already cooked, grill or poach the chicken breast until fully cooked, then allow it to cool slightly before shredding or chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Wash and dry the mixed greens. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, and finely slice the red onion.
Assemble the Salad
- 3
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Make the Dressing
- 4
Mix Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Serve
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat all ingredients evenly.
- 6
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, sprinkle feta cheese, diced avocado, and sunflower seeds on top of the salad.
- 7
Plate the Salad
Serve the chicken salad immediately in bowls or on plates.