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Grilled Chicken Salad with Chipotle Mayo Dressing

Grilled Chicken Salad with Chipotle Mayo Dressing
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A vibrant Grilled Chicken Salad with smoky, juicy chicken breasts paired with crisp fresh greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a spicy chipotle mayo dressing. This easy-to-make, flavorful salad is perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests with a bold and healthy dish.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salad Base

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced

Chipotle Mayo Dressing

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Garnish (Optional)

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Marinate the boneless chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred. Let it rest for at least 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  2. Make the Chipotle Mayo Dressing: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, toss the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, and avocado slices gently to combine.
  4. Assemble the Salad: Arrange the sliced grilled chicken over the salad base. Drizzle generously with the chipotle mayo dressing. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and lime wedges for added freshness.

Notes

  • Rest the grilled chicken for at least 5 minutes to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Use fresh canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for the most authentic smoky and spicy taste.
  • Dress the salad gradually with chipotle mayo to avoid sogginess and keep balance.
  • Grill chicken on high heat to seal juices and achieve a smoky char flavor.
  • Keep greens and vegetables chilled for a refreshing crunch.

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Keywords: grilled chicken salad, chipotle mayo dressing, healthy salad, smoky chicken, spicy dressing, meal prep salad

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