French Grilled Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This French grilled chicken salad is my go to meal whenever I want something that feels fancy but comes together in under an hour. The beauty of it is that everything is so straightforward to prepare, and honestly, it's incredibly budget friendly since you probably have most ingredients already. Chicken breast is packed with lean protein that keeps you satisfied and supports muscle health, which I really appreciate in a quick weeknight dinner. What I love most is how the tangy Dijon mustard and balsamic vinegar dressing brings everything to life, making simple greens and grilled chicken taste restaurant quality. Trust me, this one is a winner.
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Ingredients
- 400mixed greens
- 200chicken breast
- 120bacon(thick-cut)
- 50 mldijon mustard(whole-grain)
- 100 mlbalsamic vinegar(aged)
- 150 mlolive oil
- 8 gsalt
- 4 gblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 200cherry tomatoes
- 100red onion
- 150feta cheese
- 20parsley
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- 2
Cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Add the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl. Toss to combine.
- 5
Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips and add to the bowl.
- 6
Toss in the crispy bacon and feta cheese.
- 7
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
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