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Protein-Packed Chicken Salad

This protein-packed chicken salad is perfect for a quick, healthy dinner. Packed with grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing, it's a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups grilled chicken breast chopped
  • 2 cups mixed greens such as spinach and arugula
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1/4 cup almonds chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for dressing
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar for dressing

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked. Let them cool for a few minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grilled chicken, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and chopped almonds.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar to make the dressing.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 42gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

For added protein, you can top the salad with a boiled egg or some feta cheese.
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