Summer Pecan Chicken Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Summer Pecan Chicken Salad, the ultimate warm-weather dish that’s bursting with refreshing flavors and textures. Tender, perfectly seared chicken breasts are paired with crisp mixed greens, juicy strawberries, crunchy pecan halves, and tangy crumbled feta, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory. A homemade balsamic-honey-Dijon dressing ties it all together, adding a zesty finish that’s both light and satisfying. Ideal for a quick yet elevated lunch or dinner, this salad is ready in just 30 minutes and makes a healthy, gluten-free meal that’s perfect for summertime entertaining or a simple family meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup pecan halves
• 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, pecan halves, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 6

Top the salad with the sliced chicken.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Summer Pecan Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1776.7

Total Fat 110.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 402.6mg	0%
Sodium 4078.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 136.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 823.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2238.8mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 13.9%