Description
A vibrant and healthy Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl, featuring juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy avocado dressing. This quick 20-minute meal is perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner, combining smoky, crisp, and creamy flavors in one bowl.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups romaine or mixed greens
- ½ avocado, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup grilled corn
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- ½ avocado
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Season the chicken breast evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until it is fully cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Make the Dressing: In a blender, combine the half avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency perfect for drizzling over the salad.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place the romaine or mixed greens into a serving bowl. Evenly distribute the diced avocado, chopped cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, grilled corn, and sliced grilled chicken over the bed of greens.
- Drizzle with Dressing: Pour the creamy avocado dressing generously over the salad bowl. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle the optional chili flakes on top to add a spicy kick. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- You can substitute grilled corn with canned or roasted corn if grilling is not an option.
- Chicken breast can be replaced with grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust chili flakes quantity based on your spice tolerance.
- Leftover dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Make sure to let the chicken rest after grilling to ensure it stays juicy and tender when sliced.
