Description
A vibrant and healthy grilled chicken and avocado salad bowl featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts grilled to perfection and served over a bed of mixed greens, fresh avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Finished with a zesty lime juice drizzle, this salad is perfect for a nutritious main course that’s gluten-free and packed with protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad
- 6 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to ensure a good sear and even cooking for the chicken breasts.
- Season the chicken: Rub the chicken breasts evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper over both sides for flavorful seasoning.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest and slice: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps retain the juices. After resting, slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, arrange the mixed greens as the foundation of your salad for a fresh and crisp texture.
- Assemble the toppings: Top the greens with sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro for a colorful and flavorful combination.
- Add the grilled chicken: Place the sliced grilled chicken neatly on top of the salad ingredients, ensuring every bite has a protein boost.
- Finish with lime juice: Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the salad to add a zesty brightness and balance the flavors just before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it entirely for a dairy-free salad option.
- For a more filling meal, add cooked quinoa or brown rice to the bowl.
