Paleo Shredded Chicken Salad

Loaded with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Paleo Shredded Chicken Salad is a delicious, nutrient-packed meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender oven-baked chicken is shredded and tossed with a crisp mix of baby spinach, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and crunchy sliced almonds. A tangy homemade dressing made with zesty lemon juice, dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, while creamy avocado adds a luscious finishing touch. Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile salad is a satisfying option for health-conscious eaters looking for a quick, flavorful dish. Perfectly portioned for four, it’s as great for meal prep as it is for a family-friendly dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups mixed greens
• 0.5 small red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 1 ripe avocado

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with half of the sea salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 4

While the chicken is baking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, remaining tablespoon of olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, and remaining sea salt and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 5

Slice the red onion thinly and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set aside.

Step 6

Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to cool slightly. Then, using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine the baby spinach, mixed greens, shredded chicken, red onion, sliced almonds, and cherry tomatoes. Toss gently.

Step 8

Peel, pit, and slice the avocado, then add it to the salad.

Step 9

Drizzle the salad with the dressing and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra sliced almonds if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1389.4

Total Fat 81.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2842.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 123.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 336.5mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2555.0mg	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: 52.0%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 12.8%