Chicken Avocado and Spinach Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Chicken Avocado and Spinach Salad! Packed with lean, golden-seared chicken, creamy avocado, crisp baby spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this wholesome dish is both satisfying and nutrient-rich. The homemade lemon vinaigrette, made with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, perfectly ties together the fresh ingredients with a zesty, tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknights or a light, healthy lunch. Whether you're craving bold flavors or looking for a protein-packed meal, this recipe delivers a refreshing balance that's as delicious as it is good for you.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 2 pieces ripe avocados
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces red onion
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Cook the chicken in the skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 4

While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad ingredients: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion thinly, and dice the avocados.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to form the dressing.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and diced avocados.

Step 7

Slice the cooked chicken into strips and add them to the salad.

Step 8

Drizzle the salad with the lemon vinaigrette and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1572.3

Total Fat 100.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2862.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 119.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 237.7mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2870.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 13.5%