Description
A delicious and satisfying Balsamic Vinaigrette Chicken Salad recipe that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a flavorful homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup toasted pecans or walnuts
For the Balsamic Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Balsamic Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Salad Assembly: In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Add shredded chicken and toss gently. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with feta cheese and toasted nuts before serving.
Notes
- For extra freshness, add sliced strawberries or avocado.
- This salad works well with grilled chicken for a smoky flavor.
- Dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
