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Fresh Grilled Chicken Strawberry Salad Recipe

Fresh Grilled Chicken and Berry Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for grilling
  • 1 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper divided
  • 6 cups mixed greens spinach and arugula blend
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 whole avocado pitted and diced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cheese feta or goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves lightly toasted
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar for dressing
  • 1 tbsp honey for dressing
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard for dressing

Instructions
 

  • Combine 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and half the salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high. Coat 1 lb of chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil and the remaining salt and pepper. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature hits 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the cooked meat rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain its natural juices.
  • In a large serving bowl, arrange 6 cups of mixed greens.
  • Layer on the sliced meat, 2 cups of fresh strawberries, 1 diced avocado, 1/2 cup of pecan halves, 1/4 cup of red onion, and 1/2 cup of crumbled cheese.
  • Drizzle the prepared dressing over the top and gently toss.