Zoe's Chicken Salad Recipe
Description
Get ready to add some zest to your lunch routine? Let's dive into the delightful flavors of Zoe's Chicken Salad Recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken Breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 cups Mixed Greens, spinach, arugula, romaine
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives , pitted and halved
- 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt, To taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, To taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill over medium heat until cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let it rest, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add sliced chicken, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives on top.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs or lemon zest if desired.
Air Fry Chicken: Set the chicken in the air fryer basket, and set the cooking temperature to 370 degrees f, and cook 12-14 minutes, or until the chicken reaches, 165 degrees F
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
Recipe Notes:
- Marinate Chicken: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before grilling.
- Customize: Feel free to add other vegetables or nuts for extra crunch.
- Dressing on the Side: If not serving immediately, keep the dressing on the side to maintain the salad's freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 784mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 829IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 2mg