Grilled Chicken with Salad

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Difficulty

easy

Time

50m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

This refreshing and flavorful grilled chicken with salad is the perfect choice for a light yet satisfying meal. The juicy, seasoned chicken breast and the crisp, colorful vegetables create a harmonious blend of flavors. It's ideal for lunch or dinner, especially on warmer days when you crave something light. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients.

ingredients

4 Servings
800 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
30 ml olive oil (for chicken)
15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
0.5 tsp dried thyme
0 to taste salt
0 to taste freshly ground black pepper
200 g mixed salad greens
200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large cucumber, diced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium bell pepper (any color), sliced
45 ml olive oil (for dressing)
15 ml balsamic vinegar
5 ml Dijon mustard

Steps

1

Marinate Chicken

Prepare the chicken breasts: slice them horizontally if they are too thick to ensure even cooking. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for at least 15-20 minutes, or up to 30-60 minutes in the refrigerator.

2

Prepare Salad

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the salad. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced bell pepper. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the dressing.

3

Grill Chicken

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and nicely golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 74°C (165°F).

4

Serve

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve the sliced grilled chicken with the fresh salad, drizzled with the prepared dressing. Enjoy immediately!

Extra Tips

You can marinate the chicken in advance, even overnight, for an even more flavorful result.

Use a grill pan if you don't have an outdoor grill available.

Experiment with different vegetables in your salad, such as avocado or feta cheese.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
250g
Calories180 kcal450 kcal
Protein25g62.5g
Fat7g17.5g
Carbohydrate5g12.5g
Fiber1g2.5g
Sugar2g5g