Grilled Chicken Salad recipe

Grilled Chicken Salad

by Leena Kohli (@leenakohli)
5.0
From 1 rating
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
30min

The Grilled Chicken Salad is packed with juicy chicken, crunchy veggies, and a zesty dressing.

It's a delicious blend of savoury and fresh tastes, perfect for immediate enjoyment or saving for later.

Not only tasty but also a nutritious choice, filled with chicken protein and veggie goodness.

Whether a speedy lunch or a...

Ingredients

4 Servings

For Marination

  • 500g
    Chicken thigh fillets/chicken breast
  • 1tsp
    Salt
  • 1tsp
    Black Pepper
  • 2tbsp
    Olive Oil

For Dressing

  • 2tbsp
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4tbsp
    Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1tbsp
    Dijon Mustard Sauce
  • 1tsp
    Salt
  • 1/2tsp
    Black Pepper Powder
  • 1tsp
    White Pepper Powder
  • 1tbsp
    Red Chilli Flakes

For Salad

  • 6
    Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 2
    small Cucumbers (sliced/diced)
  • 1
    Red Onion (cubed)
  • 150g
    Salad leaves

How to make Grilled Chicken Salad

  1. Marinate chicken thigh fillets/breast with salt, black pepper, and olive oil for at least 20-30 minutes.

    Step 1.1: Marinate chicken thigh fillets/breast with salt, black pepper, and olive oil for at least 20-30 minutes
  2. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.

  3. Place the marinated chicken on the grill pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until nice, crispy and golden on both sides and cooked through. Set aside to cool slightly. Slice the grilled chicken into strips or cubes.

    Step 1.1: Place the marinated chicken on the grill pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until nice, crispy and golden on both sides and cooked through
    Step 1.2: Place the marinated chicken on the grill pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until nice, crispy and golden on both sides and cooked through
  4. Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard sauce, salt black pepper powder, white pepper powder and chilli flakes in a small bowl. Set the dressing aside.

    Step 1.1: Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard sauce, salt black pepper powder, white pepper powder and chilli flakes in a small bowl
    Step 1.2: Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard sauce, salt black pepper powder, white pepper powder and chilli flakes in a small bowl
  5. Combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion and salad leaves in a large mixing bowl.

    Step 1.1: Combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion and salad leaves in a large mixing bowl
  6. Add the sliced grilled chicken to the bowl.

    Step 1.1: Add the sliced grilled chicken to the bowl
  7. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is coated evenly.

    Step 1.1: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is coated evenly
  8. Enjoy the grilled chicken salad or refrigerate it to serve chilled later.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Give your chicken space on the grill pan for perfect cooking.

  2. If serving cold, refrigerate the salad for an hour, preferably overnight to let the flavours blend.

  3. Leftovers make fantastic wraps or sandwich fillings for a quick and tasty meal.

  4. Adjust seasonings and dressing amounts to suit your taste preferences.

  5. This recipe yields 4-5 servings, depending on portion size.

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