Seared Chicken Salad with Cherries and Goat Cheese Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this Seared Chicken Salad with Cherries and Goat Cheese Dressing—a vibrant, summer-inspired dish that's as delicious as it is beautiful. Tender, golden-seared chicken slices rest atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, punctuated by juicy bursts of fresh cherries and the crunch of toasted almonds. The star of the show is the creamy goat cheese dressing, made with tangy Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a touch of honey, perfectly tying together the sweet and savory elements. For a finishing touch, a drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a sophisticated depth to this easy yet elegant meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light and refreshing lunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1 drizzle balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with half of the salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the goat cheese dressing. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the goat cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and mix until creamy. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens and fresh cherries.
Top the salad with the sliced chicken and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds.
Drizzle the goat cheese dressing over the salad and toss lightly to combine. If desired, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.7 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 2740 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 125.3 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2151 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.
