Description
Strawberry Chicken Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with sweet strawberries over a bed of crisp mixed greens. Tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making it perfect for summer picnics or casual dinners. Easy to customize based on your preferences, this delightful meal celebrates the best seasonal ingredients and is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, slice strawberries and prepare mixed greens in a large salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into strips and add to the salad bowl along with strawberries and feta cheese.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg