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Fresh Healthy Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad

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A fresh, healthy, and easy-to-make summer salad featuring juicy strawberries, tender chicken, and a homemade balsamic glaze that delivers a sweet-tart flavor punch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g), trimmed
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens (spring mix or baby spinach works great)
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 300 g)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped pecans (toasted)
  • Fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to season chicken

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  3. Pour balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add honey and a pinch of salt. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened to a syrupy consistency (8-10 minutes). Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced strawberries, chopped basil, and toasted almonds. Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
  5. Slice rested chicken breasts into thin strips and arrange over the salad.
  6. Drizzle balsamic glaze generously over the salad. Toss gently to combine without squishing strawberries.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked perfectly. Toast nuts for extra crunch. Assemble salad just before serving to avoid soggy strawberries and greens. Homemade balsamic glaze has richer flavor than store-bought. Rest chicken before slicing for juiciness.

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