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Grilled Chicken Salad: A Fresh and Healthy Dinner Idea
Youssef Hb

Grilled Chicken Salad

This vibrant grilled chicken salad is a perfect balance of smoky, protein-packed chicken and crisp garden vegetables. Utilizing a versatile lemon and Dijon marinade that doubles as a tangy dressing, this meal is both healthy and incredibly satisfying. It offers a quick, customizable approach to a weeknight dinner that the whole family will love, featuring beef-free bacon bits for savory crunch and creamy avocado for a rich finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: LUNCH
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3/4 cup corn kernels
  • 3/4 cup cucumber, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup beef-free bacon bits
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Method
 

  1. Whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, shallot, oregano, and parsley in a bowl.
  2. Reserve half of the dressing as a topping for the completed salad.
  3. Submerge chicken in the remaining half of the dressing and marinate for at least one hour.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked internally.
  6. Allow chicken to rest before slicing into strips.
  7. Assemble salad by tossing romaine with the reserved dressing, then top with chicken, tomatoes, corn, cucumber, onion, bacon bits, cheese, and avocado.

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. You can swap seasonal greens like arugula or spinach if preferred. Keep the salad components separate until ready to serve to maintain crispiness.