Grilled Chicken Salad Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon paprika
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Salad

06 - Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, etc.)
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 cucumber, sliced
09 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 avocado, sliced
11 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
12 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds or any preferred nuts (optional)

→ Dressing

13 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
14 - 1/4 cup olive oil
15 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
18 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
02 - Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
03 - In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Add the crumbled feta cheese and sliced almonds if using.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - Place the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
06 - Serve the grilled chicken salad immediately.