Description
Succulent marinated chicken salad brings Mediterranean flavors to life. Zesty herbs and tangy dressing create a refreshing meal that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Craft a robust marinade by blending olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing vessel.
- Submerge chicken breasts completely in the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to infuse flavors.
- Heat oven to 375F (190C). Transfer marinated chicken onto a baking sheet, removing excess liquid.
- Roast chicken for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165F (75C), guaranteeing thorough cooking.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and meat to remain tender.
- Slice chicken into uniform strips for optimal salad presentation.
- Assemble salad base by combining mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and cubed avocado.
- Prepare vinaigrette by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Layer sliced chicken atop the vegetable mixture, drizzle with prepared dressing, and garnish with crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by marinating chicken for the full 2 hours, allowing the herbs and acids to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Ensure chicken is at room temperature before baking to promote even cooking and prevent dryness.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, which provide similar umami depth.
- Adjust protein options by substituting chicken with grilled tofu or salmon for diverse dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg