Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is a refreshing and wholesome dish that features juicy chicken tossed with vibrant mixed greens and crunchy veggies, all drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or dinner gatherings, this salad not only captivates the taste buds but also brings a pop of color to your table. With its ease of preparation and customization options, it’s bound to become a favorite among friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken bakes, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Add chopped chicken on top of the salad mix and drizzle generously with dressing.
- Toss gently to combine flavors and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Customize by adding fruits like apples or strawberries or swapping chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu.