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Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

A vibrant and flavorful chicken salad featuring honey mustard dressing, fresh greens, and juicy fruits, perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3/41 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 23 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of kosher salt and ground black pepper
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari or coconut aminos)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • 1 cup gorgonzola cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 cup bacon (crumbled)
  • 1 1/2 cups blueberries
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine soy sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes each side until cooked through or bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.
  3. Let It Rest: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, locking in juices.
  4. Prepare the Dressing: Mix Greek yogurt, yellow mustard, dijon mustard, honey, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
  5. Chop & Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, gorgonzola, slivered almonds, crumbled bacon, blueberries, and dried cranberries.
  6. Slice the Chicken: Cut rested chicken into bite-sized pieces, place on salad, and drizzle with dressing.

Notes

Can prep chicken and dressing the night before. Keep greens separate until serving for maximum freshness.

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