Chargrilled Chicken Salad
Chargrilled chicken salad is a fresh, healthy meal featuring juicy grilled chicken served over crisp vegetables with a light lemon dressing. This easy, protein-packed salad is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering a balance of smoky flavor, freshness, and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 40–55 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Salad / Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika or mixed herbs
For the Salad:
- Lettuce or mixed greens
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Red onion
- Avocado
For the Dressing:
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice or vinegar
- Mustard
- Honey
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika. Coat the chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 10–12 minutes until charred and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, let it rest, then slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Add sliced chicken to the salad and drizzle with dressing.
- Toss gently or serve dressing on the side.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.Add dressing just before serving to keep the salad fresh.Use ripe avocado for the best texture and flavor.Customize with nuts, cheese, or grains for extra variety.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/chargrilled-chicken-salad/
