Fresh Market Chicken Salad
The Fresh Market Chicken Salad Recipe combines grilled chicken with crisp greens, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, and feta cheese, all tossed in a vibrant lemon-honey dressing. The salad is inspired by the flavors of Chicken Salad Fresh Market and Waldorf Chicken Salad, making it a refreshing and simple meal for lunch or dinner.
- Prep time
- 20 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Season And Cook: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook on a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest for a bit before slicing
- 2
Prep The Veggies: While the chicken cooks, prep the salad veggies. Toss the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl
- 3
Toast The Almonds: Toast the almonds in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Set aside
- 4
Whisk It Up: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined
- 5
Bringing It Together: Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and crumbled feta cheese
- 6
Dress To Impress: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and give it a gentle toss.