Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad (Printable Version)

Tender grilled chicken atop crisp greens with fresh strawberries, feta, and sweet balsamic glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10 oz total)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

→ For the Salad

06 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, etc.)
07 - 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
08 - ⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese
09 - ⅓ cup pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional)
10 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

→ For the Balsamic Glaze

11 - ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - Arrange mixed greens on a large platter or in individual bowls. Top with sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, toasted nuts (if using), and red onion.
04 - Add sliced chicken over the salad. Drizzle with cooled balsamic glaze just before serving. Toss gently if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet and salty combination hits every craving in one bite
  • It looks impressive but comes together in under 40 minutes
  • Perfect for those nights when you want something fresh but still satisfying
02 -
  • The glaze thickens considerably as it cools, so remove it from heat while still slightly loose
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps all the juices inside where they belong
  • Add nuts at the very last moment so they stay perfectly crunchy
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning for better browning
  • Taste your glaze once cooled and add a pinch of salt if needed
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