Description
The Best Strawberry Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of strawberries with savory grilled chicken. This delightful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, dinner side, or summer gathering. With its colorful presentation and delicious flavor combination, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare, allowing you to enjoy a healthy meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 gala apple, sliced
- 1/3 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons crushed walnuts
- Creamy poppyseed dressing or raspberry vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare the lettuce by dividing the chopped romaine evenly among two bowls and refrigerating until ready.
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Slice apples and strawberries while chicken rests. Divide fruits among the bowls of lettuce.
- Top each salad with craisins, mozzarella cheese, crushed walnuts, and sliced chicken.
- Serve with your choice of dressing and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg