Description
Elevate your meals with this refreshing Juicy Chicken Salad, a perfect blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or as a snack, this nutritious dish is versatile and easy to prepare. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures while nourishing your body with lean protein and vibrant ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 0.5 lb each)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat until cooked through (7-10 minutes per side). Let rest before cubing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce as the base.
- Add cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl.
- Once cooled, add cubed chicken to the salad mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg