Chicken Bacon and Avocado Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner with this irresistible Chicken Bacon and Avocado Salad, a harmony of bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfectly seared chicken breasts seasoned with smoked paprika team up with crispy, savory bacon for a protein-packed base, while creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy romaine lettuce add layers of freshness and texture. A tangy homemade dressing featuring balsamic vinegar, mustard, and a hint of honey ties everything together beautifully for a simple yet indulgent meal ready in just 35 minutes. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side, this salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 6 slices bacon
• 6 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Cook the chicken breasts in the heated skillet for about 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, chop the bacon into bite-size pieces.

Step 5

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, then transfer it to a large salad bowl.

Step 6

Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, diced avocado, and red onion to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 7

Top the salad with the sliced chicken and chopped bacon.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, mustard, honey, and remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt until well combined.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1332.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1552.8

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 343.3mg	0%
Sodium 3577.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 135.4g	0%

Vitamin D 52.9IU	0%
Calcium 237.5mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 3419.0mg	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: 50.7%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 14.6%