Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
– 6 cups romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped
– 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 3/4 cup corn kernels (fresh, thawed from frozen, or canned)
– 3/4 cup cucumber, chopped
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup cooked crumbled bacon
– 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
– 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
– 3 tablespoons lemon juice for the dressing
– 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard for the dressing
– 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar for the dressing
– 2 teaspoons granulated sugar for the dressing
– 2 tablespoons finely minced shallot for the dressing
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano for the dressing
– 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley for the dressing
– 2/3 cup olive oil for the dressing
– Salt and pepper to taste for the dressing
Instructions
1-Getting started with your grilled chicken salad bowl: begins with a few simple steps that anyone can follow, even if youβre new to cooking. First, whisk together the dressing by combining lemon juice, mustard, red wine vinegar, sugar, minced shallot, oregano, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. This creates a zesty base that ties everything together.
2-Pour half of this dressing into a separate container for later use, then marinate the chicken breasts in the rest for at least one hour this step infuses flavor and keeps the meat tender. While the chicken soaks up those tastes, preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat for even cooking.
3-Once the grill is ready, remove the chicken from the marinade and cook it for five to six minutes on each side until itβs browned and fully cooked. Let it rest for five minutes before slicing to keep the juices in place. In a large bowl, mix the romaine lettuce with half of the reserved dressing, then top it with the sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn, cucumber, red onion, bacon, blue cheese, and avocado.
4-Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top and serve right away for the freshest bite. This process not only makes a yummy grilled chicken salad bowl but also lets you enjoy about 480 calories per serving full of nutrients like vitamins A and C.
Last Step:
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π₯ Use fresh, high-quality vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
β²οΈ Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors.
π₯ Allow chicken to rest after grilling to retain its juices and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating time: 1 to 8 hours
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 23 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 23 g
