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Grilled Chicken Salad: The BEST Easy Recipe EVER


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A healthy and delicious grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, olives, and a tangy vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups mixed greens (spring mix, romaine, spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6 8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, until well combined.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives.
  5. Top the salad with the sliced or shredded grilled chicken.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: grilled chicken salad, chicken salad, summer salad, healthy salad