Blackened Chicken Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Blackened Chicken Salad! Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a bold homemade blackening spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and herbs, then seared to smoky perfection in a hot skillet. Served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens and complemented by fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious. A drizzle of zesty lemon juice ties everything together, with the option to add your favorite dressing for an extra burst of flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy and hearty dish is perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Indulge in the perfect balance of spice, freshness, and texture with this Blackened Chicken Salad recipe!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons Your favorite salad dressing (optional)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create the blackening spice blend.

2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and coat both sides generously with the spice mixture.

3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet.

4. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is nicely blackened. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

5. While the chicken cools, prepare the salad base. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and dice the avocado. Thinly slice the red onion.

6. Place the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or bowl. Arrange the sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion on top.

7. Drizzle the salad with lemon juice and optionally add your favorite salad dressing. Toss gently to combine or serve with the dressing on the side.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Blackened Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (318.0g)

Calories		383
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		23.8 g	31%
	Saturated Fat	4.1 g	21%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		76 mg	25%
Sodium		580 mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate		13.7 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	6.0 g	22%
	Total Sugars	3.8 g
Protein		30.2 g	60%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		68 mg	5%
Iron		2.5 mg	14%
Potassium		862 mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 860 cal (55.1%%)

Protein: 482 cal (30.9%%)

Carbs: 219 cal (14.1%%)