Delicious Spinach Salad with Chicken
A colorful and wholesome salad featuring fresh spinach, juicy chicken, and a zesty dressing perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook them for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and fully cooked. Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Toss them gently to mix.
- Add chicken and toppings: Place the sliced chicken on top of the salad. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts or pecans over the top.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss everything gently to coat the ingredients in that delicious dressing.
- Serve and enjoy!: Your Spinach Salad with Chicken is ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken with herbs and spices before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
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