Description
This grilled chicken avocado salad is a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish packed with protein and flavor. Juicy, seasoned chicken pairs perfectly with creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a zesty homemade dressing. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the Salad:
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup lettuce or mixed greens (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate & Cook the Chicken
- Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill or pan-cook over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
2️⃣ Prepare the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Add lettuce or mixed greens, if using.
3️⃣ Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4️⃣ Assemble & Serve
- Add the sliced chicken to the salad.
- Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.
- Serve fresh and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, or croutons.
- Swap cilantro for parsley if you prefer a milder herb.
- Make it a heartier meal by serving over quinoa or brown rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg