Ingredients
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
– 1 ripe avocado, diced
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
– ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Making Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: Season the boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Prepare the Bacon: In a separate skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Once cooked, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease and crumble it once cooled.
3. Make the Lemon Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Adjust the taste as needed.
4. Mix the Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese (if using).
5. Add the Chicken and Bacon: Gently fold in the sliced chicken and crumbled bacon into the salad mix, ensuring an even distribution.
6. Drizzle with Vinaigrette: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly to combine everything. Ensure all ingredients are coated well.
7. Serve Immediately: Portion the salad onto plates or in bowls. Enjoy your Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette fresh!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g