Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings. This delightful salad features juicy grilled chicken, mixed greens, and a homemade honey mustard dressing that delivers a burst of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for meal prep or impressing guests at picnics, it’s a quick and easy recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine lettuce and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine torn greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until smooth.
- Slice grilled chicken and place on top of the salad mixture.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 90mg