Chicken Avocado and Spinach Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Chicken Avocado and Spinach Salad! Packed with lean, golden-seared chicken, creamy avocado, crisp baby spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this wholesome dish is both satisfying and nutrient-rich. The homemade lemon vinaigrette, made with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, perfectly ties together the fresh ingredients with a zesty, tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknights or a light, healthy lunch. Whether you're craving bold flavors or looking for a protein-packed meal, this recipe delivers a refreshing balance that's as delicious as it is good for you.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 2 pieces ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces red onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Cook the chicken in the skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad ingredients: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion thinly, and dice the avocados.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to form the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and diced avocados.
Slice the cooked chicken into strips and add them to the salad.
Drizzle the salad with the lemon vinaigrette and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.2 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2862 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 119.8 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2871 mg | 61% | |
*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.
