Grilled Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• 6 cups mixed greens or romaine
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 English cucumber, sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta (optional)
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Brush lightly with the remaining olive oil.

3. 3

   Grill the chicken 6 to 7 minutes per side until charred and 165°F internal.

4. 4

   Let the grilled chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.

5. 5

   Toss the greens, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, and feta in a large bowl.

6. 6

   Top with the sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette. Serve immediately.