Smoked Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunchtime game with this vibrant Smoked Chicken Salad, a perfect fusion of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors! This recipe combines tender strips of smoked chicken breast with a colorful mix of crisp salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans or walnuts. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey, this salad delivers a balance of bold and refreshing flavors that's perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is a wholesome, protein-packed meal that's as healthy as it is delicious. Serve it as a satisfying standalone dish or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal that’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Smoked chicken breast
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Pecans or walnuts, toasted
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the smoked chicken breasts into thin strips or bite-sized chunks and set aside.
Step 2
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans or walnuts.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined. This forms your salad dressing.
Step 4
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to evenly coat all the ingredients.
Step 5
Top the salad with the sliced smoked chicken, arranging it neatly on top for a beautiful presentation.
Step 6
Serve immediately as a standalone dish or with your choice of bread or crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1422.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1808.6 |
| Total Fat 119.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 349.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2650.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.9g | |
| Protein 133.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 461.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3456.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories