Description
Balsamic Vinaigrette Chicken Salad is a refreshing summer dish that combines tender grilled chicken, vibrant mixed greens, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying, making it perfect for picnics or family gatherings. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, each bite is a celebration of seasonal freshness. Ideal for meal prep, this salad remains delicious throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill until golden and cooked through (165°F/75°C), about 6-7 minutes per side.
- While chicken cooks, wash and dry mixed greens. Prepare vegetables by halving cherry tomatoes, slicing cucumbers, and thinly slicing red onions.
- Whisk together balsamic vinaigrette and Dijon mustard in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once chicken cools slightly, slice into strips. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, chicken slices, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle dressing over salad ingredients. Gently toss to combine and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg