Grilled Chicken Salad

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1½ tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp onion powder

For the salad

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cucumber, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Simple dressing

3 tbsp olive oil
1½ tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions

Marinate chicken: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, pepper, salt, and onion powder. Coat the chicken and let it marinate for 20–30 minutes.
Cook: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the thickest part reaches 165°F/74°C.
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice.
Make salad: Combine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
Make dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients together.
Toss the salad with the dressing.
Top with sliced grilled chicken and serve immediately.

Approx. Nutrition — per serving

Calories: ~330 kcal
Protein: ~32 g
Carbohydrates: ~10 g
Fat: ~19 g
Fiber: ~3 g
Sugar: ~5 g
Sodium: ~450–600 mg

Nutrition is approximate and depends on the chicken size, oil, and dressing amount.

Q&A

Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes. Cook until the thickest part reaches 165°F/74°C.

Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes. Keep the chicken, vegetables, and dressing separate in the refrigerator and combine just before serving.

Can I add cheese?
Absolutely. Feta or Parmesan would work well.

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Sara Mitchell

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Sara Mitchell

Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly. With years of experience in restaurant research and local SEO, Sara creates accurate, user-friendly guides that work for both people and search engines. Her goal is to help users go from search results to their nearest restaurant or menu choice with as few clicks as possible.