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Baked marinated chicken salad with mozzarella and balsamic vinaigrette

Baked Marinated Chicken Salad

A vibrant mix of juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, and fresh greens tossed in balsamic vinaigrette for a delicious and nutritious salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella balls Bite-sized
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 4 cups Baby spinach Washed
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
  • 1 clove Garlic (optional) Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Honey (optional) For added sweetness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic (if using).
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through. Allow to cool, then slice.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, avocado, mozzarella balls, and sliced chicken.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and honey (if using) to make the vinaigrette.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

Let the chicken marinate a bit for enhanced flavor. Pair with crunchy whole-grain bread or serve in avocado halves for presentation.