Description
This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender grilled chicken with a flavorful honey mustard dressing, fresh salad greens, and a variety of tasty toppings. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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The Dressing:
- 3/4 – 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (sub dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2–3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch of kosher salt and ground black pepper
The Marinade + Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari or coconut aminos)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
The Salad:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 1 cup bacon, crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries
Instructions
- Make Dressing: Combine Dressing ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar. Shake until fully combined. Alternatively, whisk or stir until combined. Adjust sweetness to taste. Refrigerate until needed.
- Marinate Chicken: Combine marinade ingredients. Pour over chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill Chicken: Cook chicken on medium heat, flipping after 4-5 minutes per side. Continue cooking indirectly until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Rest + Cut: Let chicken rest, then slice into pieces.
- Assemble Salads: Divide lettuce, chicken, bacon, almonds, blueberries, gorgonzola, and cranberries between 4 bowls. Drizzle with dressing.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- You can customize the salad toppings to suit your preferences.
- Ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature before consuming.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: Approximately 450
- Sugar: Approximately 15g
- Sodium: Approximately 800mg
- Fat: Approximately 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 30g
- Fiber: Approximately 6g
- Protein: Approximately 35g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 90mg