Spanish Grilled Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Spanish Grilled Chicken Salad is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes absolutely restaurant quality. The grilled chicken brings a wonderful smoky flavor, while the crisp fresh vegetables and tangy citrus dressing make every bite feel light and satisfying. What I love most is that bell peppers are packed with vitamin C, boosting your immune system while you enjoy this colorful meal. The tortilla strips add a nice crunch without weighing you down, and honestly, most of the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen. It's simple enough for a busy Tuesday but impressive enough to serve guests.
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Ingredients
- 400 gchicken breast
- 2 piecesred onion
- 4 piecescucumber
- 4 piecestomato
- 100 gtortilla strips
- 2 piecesred bell pepper
- 250 mlcitrus dressing
- 50 mlolive oil
- 100 mlapple cider vinegar
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 2 sprigsfresh parsley
- 100 gfeta cheese
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Tip: Make sure to let the chicken rest before slicing to ensure it stays juicy.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the citrus dressing, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar.
Tip: Use a good quality citrus juice for the best flavor.
- 3
Add the sliced chicken, red onion, cucumber, tomato, tortilla strips, red bell pepper, parsley, and feta cheese to the bowl. Toss everything together to combine.
Tip: Don't be afraid to get a little rough with the ingredients – it's all about the texture!
- 4
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: This salad is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also great for a light snack or breakfast.
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