Grilled Chicken Salad with Pineapple and Avocado
Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
2 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 avocado, sliced
1 tomato, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
For the Dressing:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Let it rest for a few minutes, then cut into cubes or slices.
2. Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl or plate, add the mixed greens.
Top with grilled chicken, pineapple chunks, avocado slices, diced tomato, and red onion.
3. Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Serve:
Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
