Grilled Chicken with Salad

Name: Grilled Chicken with Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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; null to taste salt; null 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

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.

Steps

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.

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.

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).

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!

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	180 kcal	450 kcal
Protein	25g	62.5g
Fat	7g	17.5g
Carbohydrate	5g	12.5g
Fiber	1g	2.5g
Sugar	2g	5g

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Grilled Chicken with Salad

Difficulty

Time

Price Category

Calories

ingredients

Steps

Marinate Chicken

Prepare Salad

Grill Chicken

Serve

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.

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