Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad
A delightful salad featuring juicy grilled chicken and creamy avocado, perfect for a family meal.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill Pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup lettuce or mixed greens (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F internal temp). Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Arrange lettuce or mixed greens on a plate, top with the avocado mixture and sliced chicken, then drizzle with dressing.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, adding avocado just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal | Fat: 28g