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Grilled Honey-Orange Chicken Salad

Juicy Grilled Honey-Orange Chicken Salad for Summer Bliss

This Grilled Honey-Orange Chicken Salad is a vibrant and healthy meal perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 breasts Skinless, Boneless Chicken substitute with turkey breast if desired
  • 4 cups Salad Greens baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper any color can be used
  • 2 medium Oranges sliced
  • ½ cup Sliced Almonds can substitute with walnuts or pecans
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • ½ cup Orange Juice substitute with lemon juice if desired
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon Honey maple syrup is a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme fresh thyme for more flavor
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil avocado oil alternative
  • 2 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar apple cider vinegar can be used
  • ¼ cup Fresh Orange Juice combine with apple juice for variety
  • 1 tablespoon Shallots minced
  • to taste Salt and Pepper

Equipment

  • baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • resealable bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large resealable bag, combine orange zest, orange juice, minced garlic, honey, and dried thyme. Add chicken and refrigerate for 6-8 hours.
  2. Preheat broiler and line a baking pan with foil. Remove chicken from marinade, season with salt and pepper, and broil for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Combine olive oil, white wine vinegar, orange juice, and shallots in a bowl to create dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. On a serving platter, assemble salad greens, red bell pepper, and orange slices. Slice broiled chicken and place it on top.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and top with sliced almonds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maximize marinade time for best flavor. Check chicken temperature to confirm it reaches 165°F for safety.

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