Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, etc.)
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
🔥 For the dressing (optional):
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Marinate the chicken:
Mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub over chicken breasts and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
2️⃣ Grill:
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and nicely charred. Let it rest 5 minutes, then slice.
3️⃣ Prepare the salad base:
In a large bowl, arrange mixed greens. Top with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, and red onion.
4️⃣ Add cheese:
Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese or feta over the salad.
5️⃣ Assemble:
Add the sliced grilled chicken on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
6️⃣ Dressing:
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the bowl.