Grilled Chicken Salad Honey (Printer-Friendly)
A fresh, colorful grilled chicken salad with tangy honey mustard and vibrant veggies for a light, flavorful meal.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Chicken
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin and trimmed
→ Vegetables
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4 cups chopped romaine lettuce hearts, washed
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
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1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
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1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, and sliced
→ Other
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4 slices cooked bacon, cooled and chopped
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Honey Mustard Dressing
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3 tablespoons honey mustard
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 clove garlic, finely minced
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Prepare:
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Place the pounded chicken breasts in a medium bowl and toss gently with 2 tablespoons of honey mustard to coat. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the grill.
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Combine remaining honey mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake until well blended.
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Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken about 4 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest on a plate while assembling salad.
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In a large bowl, arrange chopped romaine lettuce. Top with bacon, tomatoes, corn, cucumber, red onion, and sliced avocado. Slice grilled chicken and place evenly over the salad.
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Drizzle prepared honey mustard dressing over salad. Toss gently to combine and season with additional pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Pounding chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures uniform cooking and prevents dryness.
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Add dressing only to the portion you plan to eat to keep leftover salad fresh longer.
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