Bruschetta Chicken Salad (Printable)

Juicy grilled chicken topped with fresh tomato-basil mixture served over crisp mixed greens. A light, flavorful meal ready in under 35 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Bruschetta Topping

07 - 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
09 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ For the Salad

15 - 6 cups mixed salad greens
16 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese, optional
17 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Rub chicken breasts evenly with olive oil, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - While chicken grills, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, basil, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Toss gently and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Arrange salad greens on a large platter or individual plates. Layer sliced chicken over the greens.
06 - Spoon bruschetta topping generously over the chicken. Sprinkle with shaved Parmesan if desired.
07 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Combines savory grilled chicken with the refreshing brightness of a traditional tomato-basil bruschetta.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prepping.
  • Naturally low in carbohydrates and gluten-free, fitting a variety of dietary needs.
02 -
  • Let the tomato mixture sit for at least 10 minutes; this allows the salt to draw out the tomato juices, creating a delicious dressing.
  • Always let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to ensure the meat stays juicy and tender.
  • Use a grill pan if an outdoor grill is unavailable to get that authentic smoky flavor indoors.
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