Description
The Best Strawberry Chicken Salad is a delightful blend of tender grilled chicken, sweet strawberries, and crunchy nuts, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion. This salad is perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or refreshing dinners. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of juicy strawberries and crisp apples adds a refreshing twist to traditional salads while packing in essential nutrients. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, this customizable recipe allows you to swap in your favorite fruits or dressings, making it ideal for meal prep as well.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 gala apple, sliced
- 1/3 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons crushed walnuts
- Creamy poppyseed dressing or raspberry vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare the lettuce by dividing the chopped romaine into two bowls and refrigerating.
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- While chicken rests, slice strawberries and apples.
- Assemble by dividing the fruit among the bowls of lettuce. Top with craisins, mozzarella cheese, and walnuts. Add sliced chicken and drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg