Lemon Chicken Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Lemon Chicken Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic meal. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are marinated and drizzled with a tangy homemade lemon dressing made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, honey, and Dijon mustard. Nestled on a bed of crisp mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and creamy crumbled feta, this salad delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick, healthy option for lunch or dinner that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for those seeking a vibrant meal idea, this Lemon Chicken Salad will leave you feeling light yet satisfied.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the minced garlic clove, honey, and Dijon mustard to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Prepare the salad by adding mixed salad greens to a large serving bowl. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, peel and thinly slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the salad bowl, along with the crumbled feta cheese.
Top the salad with the sliced chicken and drizzle with the prepared lemon dressing.
Toss gently to combine or serve with the dressing drizzled on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Chicken Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.9 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.3 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2281 mg | 49% | |
*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.
