Healthy Chicken Salad Bowl: 30g Protein Ready in 30 Minutes

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings 4 servings

Calories 550

This vibrant and nutritious chicken salad bowl combines lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette for a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

1 pound Chicken Breasts (about 3/4-inch thickness for even cooking)
1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for cooking the chicken; avocado oil is a substitute)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (for a savory base flavor; fresh minced garlic works too)
1 teaspoon Paprika (for color and smokiness; smoked paprika adds more flavor)
Salt & Black Pepper to taste Salt & Black Pepper

Vinaigrette

1/4 cup Olive Oil (the base for the vinaigrette)
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice (for a bright, tangy kick)
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (adds depth to the dressing)
1 teaspoon Honey (to balance the acidity; maple syrup works well)
1 clove Minced Garlic (for a fresh garlicky punch)

Salad & Vegetables

4-6 cups Mixed Greens (your crunchy salad base; spinach or arugula are great choices)
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup Cucumber (diced)
1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper (diced)
1/4 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
1 each Avocado (sliced or diced)
1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds (for a nutty crunch)

Instructions

Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic to make the vinaigrette.
Slice cooked chicken and prepare salad greens and vegetables in a large bowl.
Top the salad with sliced chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and sunflower seeds. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in some of the vinaigrette before cooking.

Calories: 550kcal

Cost: $15

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken, Healthy, Salad