Spiced Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant Spiced Chicken Salad, a perfect balance of bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and satisfying textures. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky, aromatic blend of paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper, then grilled to perfection for a burst of savory goodness. Tossed with crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, thin-sliced red onion, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. A zesty homemade dressing, featuring lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties the dish together with a light yet flavorful finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed recipe is ideal for a quick weekday meal or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering. Keywords: spiced chicken salad, grilled chicken salad, healthy chicken recipes, quick salad ideas, homemade salad dressing, easy lunch recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 Cucumber
• 0.25 Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Rub both chicken breasts evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the spice mix.

Step 4

Grill the chicken breasts for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad base. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and red onion thinly, and place them in a large mixing bowl with the salad greens and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to create a dressing.

Step 7

Slice the rested chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.

Step 8

Add the chicken to the salad, drizzle with the dressing, and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your spiced chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	951.8

Total Fat 55.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 273.1mg	0%
Sodium 4201.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 84.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 546.0mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1915.0mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 14.2%