Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Salad (Print Version)

Grilled chicken tossed with fresh greens, lemon and savory herbs for a colorful and tasty dish.

# Components:

→ For the Grilled Chicken

01 - 450g (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breast
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
05 - 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ For the Salad Base

09 - 6 cups mixed greens
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
12 - 1/4 cup sliced red onion
13 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
14 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives

→ For the Dressing

15 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
16 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
19 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, blend olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the marinade and refrigerate covered for at least 30 minutes.
02 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - In a large bowl, toss together mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and black olives until ingredients are well distributed.
04 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
05 - Arrange the sliced grilled chicken atop the tossed salad. Drizzle with dressing just before serving. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy to find fresh ingredients from your fridge and herb garden
  • Ready in about half an hour start to finish
  • Great for meal prep keeps well for weekday lunches
  • Protein packed but still light and refreshing
  • Naturally gluten free with easy dairy free options
02 -
  • High in protein for a filling meal
  • Both dressing and chicken can be prepared ahead of time
  • Layers of fresh flavor with minimal effort
03 -
  • Let the chicken rest after grilling to keep it juicy when sliced
  • Always zest your lemon before juicing to avoid a struggle
  • If making ahead store everything separately for the freshest salad texture

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