Description
Baked Marinated Chicken Salad is a refreshing and nutritious meal featuring juicy, marinated chicken breasts baked to perfection, served over a bed of fresh greens and vegetables. The chicken is marinated in a tangy blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then baked and sliced for a flavorful, protein-packed salad. Ideal for a healthy lunch or dinner, this easy salad can be customized with your favorite toppings and dressings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup olives (optional)
- Salad dressing of choice (vinaigrette or ranch)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for more flavor).
- Bake the Chicken: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Serve: Top the salad with sliced baked chicken. Drizzle with your preferred dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
- Customize the salad by adding avocado, roasted veggies, or croutons.
- For meal prep, store the chicken separately and assemble the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad with chicken
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg