Description
A vibrant and wholesome Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl bursting with fresh flavors, juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp greens, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Perfect for a quick, nourishing meal any time of the day.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast: 2 medium (about 1 pound), boneless and skinless
- Avocados: 2 ripe, sliced
- Mixed greens: 4 cups
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber: 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Red onion: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high until hot.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Coat chicken with marinade and let sit for 10 minutes. Grill for about 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain its juices.
- Finishing Touches: Arrange mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in bowls.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with sliced chicken, drizzle with remaining dressing, and enjoy while the chicken is still slightly warm.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for best flavor.
- Chill serving bowls for extra crisp greens.
- Store leftover dressing in a sealed jar for up to one week.
- Add grilled corn or nuts for texture and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg