Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a sweet-tangy dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your table. Quick to prepare and customizable based on seasonal ingredients, it’s a delightful way to enjoy wholesome flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until smooth.
- Toss salad ingredients with half of the dressing. Top with sliced chicken and drizzle with remaining dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg