Warm Chicken Spinach Salad

Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Warm Chicken Spinach Salad—a harmonious medley of tender pan-seared chicken, fresh baby spinach, and vibrant cherry tomatoes, all tied together with a luscious homemade balsamic dressing. This wholesome dish features crumbled feta cheese, toasted walnuts, and thinly sliced red onion for added texture and flavor, making it as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal, the warm dressing made with honey and Dijon mustard takes this salad to gourmet status. Serve it as a light lunch or hearty dinner, and enjoy the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 6 cups Baby spinach
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Whisk in the balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Simmer the mixture for 1-2 minutes to create a warm dressing, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 6

Add the warm sliced chicken on top, followed by the crumbled feta cheese and toasted walnuts.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve immediately while the salad is warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(952.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533.5

Total Fat 88.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 345.8mg	0%
Sodium 2346.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 128.4g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 574.1mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1653.9mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 13.7%