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Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Emma Delaney
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Salad, Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Grilled Chicken Salad is a protein-packed, colorful, and refreshing meal perfect for any time of the year. Loaded with tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a medley of fresh veggies, it’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for meal prep or a quick dinner idea!


Ingredients

Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 Tbsp oil

  • 3/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Salad:

  • 2 heads romaine, chopped

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 2 mini cucumbers, sliced

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 2 boiled eggs, chopped

  • 1/4 red onion, sliced

  • 1 cup cooked corn

  • 1 cup croutons

  • 4 oz bacon, cooked and chopped


Instructions

  1. Marinate and Grill Chicken:
    Mix all marinade ingredients and coat chicken thoroughly. Grill until fully cooked, then slice into thin strips.

  2. Prep Salad Ingredients:
    While the chicken is grilling, chop all salad vegetables and toppings.

  3. Assemble Salad:
    In a large salad bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, eggs, red onion, corn, croutons, and bacon. Top with grilled chicken.

  4. Dress and Serve:
    Add your preferred salad dressing, toss well, and serve immediately.


Notes

  • Storage: Best enjoyed fresh. If storing, keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.

  • Meal Prep Tip: Grill the chicken and chop ingredients ahead of time. Assemble and dress just before serving.