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Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad for a Refreshing Summer Bite

Enjoy a delicious Honey Mustard Chicken Salad, packed with grilled chicken, strawberries, and avocado, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup whole grain Dijon mustard substitute with regular Dijon if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar apple cider vinegar may be used instead
  • green onions adds mild onion flavor; can replace with chives
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil use high-quality oil for best results
  • kosher salt essential for seasoning, adjust to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper essential for seasoning, adjust to taste
For the Salad
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 4 slices bacon can use turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce can replace with mixed greens or spinach
  • 1 cup strawberries substitute with blueberries or raspberries
  • 1 diced avocado can be omitted for lower-fat version
  • 1 cup corn kernels use canned, frozen, or roasted corn
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil for grilling chicken

Equipment

  • Grill
  • medium bowl
  • Cast-iron skillet
  • ziplock bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients and set aside some for later.
  2. Marinate chicken with dressing in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat the grill and cook the marinated chicken until done.
  4. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy.
  5. Assemble salad by layering lettuce, chicken, bacon, strawberries, avocado, and corn, then toss with dressing.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for 2 hours and allow it to rest post-cooking. Customize ingredients to your liking.

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