Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad (Printable)

Juicy grilled chicken paired with fresh strawberries, feta cheese, and a rich balsamic glaze over crisp mixed greens.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

→ Salad

06 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
07 - 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
08 - ⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese
09 - ⅓ cup toasted pecans or walnuts, optional
10 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Balsamic Glaze

11 - ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
03 - Arrange mixed greens on a large platter or in individual bowls. Top with sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, toasted nuts if using, and thinly sliced red onion.
04 - Layer the sliced chicken breast over the salad components.
05 - Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving. Gently toss if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The balsamic glaze transforms basic ingredients into something that tastes restaurant fancy but comes together in under 40 minutes
  • Sweet strawberries and salty feta create this perfect flavor balance that keeps you going back for another bite
02 -
  • The glaze continues thickening as it cools, so pull it off the heat when it looks slightly thinner than you want
  • Room temperature strawberries release more juice into the salad, making each bite more flavorful
03 -
  • Toast your nuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, shaking frequently, until they smell fragrant
  • If the glaze gets too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to loosen it up
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