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Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

This grilled chicken avocado salad is fresh, filling, and packed with flavor. Juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and crisp greens are tossed in a light citrus dressing for a healthy meal that works for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Gluten Free, Low Carb, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 ripe avocados cubed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ small red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ tablespoons lemon or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. In a large bowl, add salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until emulsified.
  6. Slice grilled chicken against the grain and add to the salad.
  7. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently just before serving.

Notes

  • Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy
  • Add avocado last to prevent browning
  • Store dressing separately if meal prepping
    • Protein: 35 g
    • Fat: 26 g
    • Carbohydrates: 12 g
    • Fiber: 6 g
    • Sugar: 3 g