Salad Chicken in a Simple Way
Elevate your mealtime with this quick and delicious "Salad Chicken in a Simple Way" recipe! Combining tender, skillet-seared chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder and paprika with a vibrant mix of fresh salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, this dish is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing of lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey, every bite strikes the perfect balance of savory and refreshing flavors. Optional crumbles of creamy feta cheese take it to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy chicken salad is a versatile option for a light lunch, a quick dinner, or a healthy meal prep solution. Perfect for anyone seeking a simple yet flavorful salad recipe that showcases fresh ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
Rub both sides of the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and finely slice the red onion.
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and honey to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Slice the rested chicken breasts into thin strips.
Serve the salad on plates, topped with sliced chicken and feta cheese if desired.
Enjoy your simple and delicious Salad Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 2200 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 122.7 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2171 mg | 46% | |
*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.
