Description
The Best Strawberry Chicken Salad is a delightful fusion of vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, making it an ideal choice for light lunches or as a side dish at gatherings. This refreshing salad combines grilled chicken, juicy strawberries, and crisp apples with crunchy walnuts and creamy cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience that’s perfect for summer days or any time of the year. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this salad is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavors that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy it as a satisfying meal or pack it for a picnic—this irresistible dish is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 gala apple
- 1/3 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons crushed walnuts
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Divide the chopped romaine lettuce into two bowls and refrigerate.
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Slice the apple and hull the strawberries.
- Assemble by adding sliced fruit, craisins, mozzarella cheese, crushed walnuts, and grilled chicken on top of the lettuce. Serve with your choice of dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg