Grilled chicken salad is a light and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic Caesar salad or a more creative Asian-inspired dish, there are endless possibilities when it comes to grilled chicken salad. In this article, we will explore some of the best grilled chicken salad recipes for two, providing you with all the necessary ingredients and step-by-step instructions to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD FOR TWO
Perfect for two, this pretty entree salad features strips of hearty grilled chicken. Tomato, dried cranberries, olives and walnuts add wonderful flavor to each forkful.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Divide salad greens between two serving plates; top with tomato, cranberries, cheese, olives, onions and walnuts. Slice chicken; arrange over salads. Serve with Italian dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 776mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 42g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Whisk together the dressing/marinade ingredients in a bowl or measuring cup until the ingredients are emulsified and completely combined.
- Pour half of the mixture into a large bowl and reserve the other half for the dressing. Add the chicken breasts, toss to coat, and cover. Store in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours. Any longer and the lemon juice will start to break down the chicken and cause it to become mushy when cooked.
- Heat a grill pan or your grill on high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5 minutes per side. Don't move the chicken too soon or the grill marks will not form. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
- Gather the ingredients.
- While the chicken is cooking, prep the vegetables. It's important to have them cut into bite-sized pieces for easy eating. Wash and dry the romaine and cut into bite-sized pieces as well. Lay the romaine on a large serving platter or bowl.
- Save cutting the avocado for last. Peel and slice thinly or cut into chunks.
- Place the kalamata olives in one section, the cucumbers in another, and so on. This makes for a pretty presentation and some fun, mixing the ingredients together while eating. Cover and store in the fridge until the chicken is cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for 2 to 3 minutes to let the juices absorb into the meat, then slice and place it in the center of your salad. Drizzle the dressing over the entire salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 716 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fiber 15 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 57 g, ServingSize 4 portions (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
This is the only chicken salad I'll eat since I started making it. Taken from the Silver Spoon cookbook.
Provided by Across the Ocean
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 22m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife cut 3-4 diagonal slits in each cutlet.
- Place onto a lined small baking pan.
- Combine marinade ingredients and pour over chicken cutlets.
- Place on oven rack 8-10 inches away from top.
- Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning every few minutes.
- Remove from oven, cover, and let sit for ½ hour.
- Combine salad ingredients.
- Combine all dressing ingredients well by hand.
- Pour over salad ½ hour before serving.
- When chicken is cool, cut into strips.
- Toss salad with dressing and chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 560.6, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 15.7, Protein 2.8
GRILLED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD FOR TWO
"My local supermarket deli carried a great pasta salad but kept the recipe a secret," says Leanne Royce of Appleton, Wisconsin. "I was determined to duplicate it at home and created this version."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with lemon-pepper. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Cut into 1-in. cubes., Drain pasta. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, broccoli, red pepper, red onion, salad dressing, cheese and lemon juice; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
Smoky charred grilled chicken combines with bright peas and herbs in a salad that's fresh and hearty. Grilling the chicken ahead of time makes it even easier to put together.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 2h35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together 1/4 cup oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon garlic. Pour over chicken, and refrigerate 2 hours.
- Cook peas in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain, and submerge in ice water to stop the cooking and retain color.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or set up grill for indirect heat. Remove chicken from marinade, and grill chicken, turning often, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, 15 to 20 minutes for drumsticks and 20 to 25 minutes for breasts. Let cool, and refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, cut chicken breasts into thick slices.
- Whisk together remaining 1/2 cup oil, 1/3 cup lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon garlic, the shallot, mustard, salt, and chopped mint in a medium bowl. Arrange lettuce, whole mint leaves, and peas on a large serving platter. Toss chicken in dressing, and arrange on salad. Pour remaining dressing over salad.
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH
This is a great way to use leftover grilled chicken breasts from dinner the night before. I like it on wheat. My husband likes it on sourdough.
Provided by Erin Noel
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, pepper, garlic powder, and celery salt until combined. Combine the chicken, celery, cranberries, and cashews in a large bowl. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- Spread 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each slice of toasted bread. Divide the chicken salad between four of the slices of toast; top each with a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato. Complete each sandwich with the remaining toast slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1077.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 131.1 mg, Fat 77.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 46.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 1048.2 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
COBB CHICKEN SALAD TWO WAYS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the eggs into the water. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain the eggs and run under cold water until completely cooled. Peel the eggs and chop them.
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then roughly chop.
- Whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Stir in the blue cheese and chives, reserving some of the chives for garnish, then season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken, tomatoes, scallions, avocado, bacon, hard-boiled eggs and parsley, reserving some bacon, egg and parsley for the salad platter garnish, and toss to coat completely. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
- To serve as a salad: Lay the chicken salad on a bed of greens. Garnish with some of the egg, bacon, chives and parsley.
- To serve as a sandwich: Lay the chicken salad between slices of sourdough bread.
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Signature Sauce:
- Blend together soy sauce, vinegar, oils, basil, mint, garlic, chili paste and honey in a small bowl.
- Application Recipe:
- Remove 1/3 cup Signature Sauce and reserve.
- Pour remainder into a zip-top plastic bag and add chicken breasts, coating all sides well. Place in refrigerator and let marinate, turning occasionally, for at least an hour.
- Preheat outdoor grill to medium.
- Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade. Place chicken over medium grill fire for 7 to 9 minutes on each side, or until tender and done. (Or, place chicken on rack of broiler pan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat source 7 to 8 minutes on each side, or until chicken is no longer pink in center.)
- Remove chicken to a cutting board, tenting with foil to keep warm while it rests for about 5 minutes
- While chicken is resting, toss greens and cucumber slices with the reserved marinade mixture that has NOT been used to marinate the chicken, then divide greens evenly among 4 serving plates.
- Cut chicken breasts against the grain crosswise into approximate 1/2-inch slices. Place over salad greens and sprinkle with pine nuts, as well as additional basil and mint leaves.
RAINBOW GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, olive oil, sour cream, fresh cilantro, pepper, salt, lime juice, romaine lettuce, red onion, tomato, orange bell pepper, corn, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, avocado, tortilla strip
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Lunch
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and olive oil.
- Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165˚F (75˚C). Remove from pan and slice breast into pieces.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, cilantro, pepper, salt, and lime juice. Set aside until you are ready to serve.
- In a salad bowl, assemble the salad with the romaine on the bottom. Top with red onion, tomatoes, orange bell peppers, corn, cilantro, and jalapeños.
- Add the chicken strips. Gently toss salad with the sour cream dressing.
- Garnish with avocado slices and tortilla strips.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 7 grams
Tips:
- Choose flavorful chicken: Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts or thighs for the best flavor. If you're using boneless, skinless chicken breasts, consider marinating them in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices before grilling.
- Don't overcrowd the grill: Make sure to leave enough space between the chicken pieces so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. If you're using a gas grill, aim for a temperature of around 350°F.
- Baste the chicken with a flavorful sauce: This will help to keep the chicken moist and add extra flavor. You can use a simple mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices, or you can get creative with your favorite sauce.
- Let the chicken rest before serving: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Grilled chicken salad is a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. With a variety of toppings and dressings to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating a salad that suits your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give grilled chicken salad a try!
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