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Grilled Chicken Salad Cookbook: The Everyday Salad That Never Gets Boring

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This grilled chicken salad is fresh, filling, and easy to throw together. The chicken is juicy with a smoky grilled flavor, and the homemade lemon honey dressing adds the perfect bright finish. It’s great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. You can keep it simple or add extras like feta, quinoa, or fruit. This is one of those salads that tastes like it came from a café but costs way less and takes less time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 1.25 lbs)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 8 cups mixed greens

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

  • 1 cucumber, sliced

  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 avocado

  • 1/3 cup toasted nuts (almonds or walnuts)

Instructions

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  • Coat chicken in marinade and rest 15 minutes (or refrigerate up to 8 hours).

  • Heat grill to 400°F (204°C).

  • Grill chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until 165°F (74°C).

  • Rest chicken 5 minutes, then slice.

  • Assemble salad with greens, veggies, avocado, and nuts.

  • Shake dressing ingredients and drizzle before serving.

Notes

  • Meal prep tip: store dressing separately to keep greens crisp.

  • Variation: swap lemon dressing for balsamic for a sweeter flavor.

  • Make it hearty: add quinoa or roasted sweet potatoes.

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