Description
Delight in this vibrant winter cranberry chicken salad, a perfect blend of juicy chicken, tart cranberries, and fresh greens that will elevate your festive gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh spinach
- Dried cranberries
- Toasted walnuts
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- 2. Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 3. Toss the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine fresh spinach and dried cranberries. Drizzle half the dressing over and toss gently.
- 4. Add Chicken and Toppings: Slice cooked chicken into strips and add to the salad along with chopped walnuts and crumbled feta cheese. Toss carefully to combine.
- 5. Final Touches: Drizzle remaining dressing before serving and give it one last toss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg