Description
Savor the delightful blend of flavors in this Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with Avocado and Turkey Bacon. This quick and easy recipe combines tender marinated chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a tangy honey mustard dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a hearty dinner option, this salad provides a satisfying meal packed with protein and healthy fats. The vibrant colors make it visually appealing, while its customizable nature allows you to add your favorite vegetables. Enjoy this nutritious dish that brings fresh ingredients together for an unforgettable taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken fillet (breast or thighs)
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 avocado
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 red onion
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by combining honey, dijon mustard, ground mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and salt in a jar. Shake well.
- Marinate the chicken using 1/3 of the dressing for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the turkey bacon until crispy; set aside. In the same pan, cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked.
- Assemble the salad by layering romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes, corn, avocado slices, red onion, turkey bacon pieces, and cubed chicken in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with reserved dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 95mg