Creamy Caribbean Grilled Chicken Salad
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant and flavorful Creamy Caribbean Grilled Chicken Salad. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are perfectly grilled to a smoky char and layered atop a bed of crisp mixed greens brimming with fresh, colorful ingredients like mango, avocado, red bell pepper, and cucumber. The star of the dish is its silky, tangy dressing, a harmonious blend of creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lime juice, sweet honey, and a hint of heat from optional hot sauce. This salad is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes and bursting with Caribbean-inspired flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their salad game with a tropical twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 piece ripe mango, diced
- 1 piece ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 piece red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 piece cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 piece red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoons black pepper to create a marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the creamy dressing by whisking together 0.25 cup mayonnaise, 0.25 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine 6 cups mixed salad greens, diced mango, sliced avocado, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.
Add the grilled chicken slices on top of the salad.
Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1008 mg | 21% | |
*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.
