Chicken and Pomegranate Salad
A fresh, vibrant salad with tender chicken, juicy pomegranate seeds, and crisp spinach, tossed in a simple olive oil dressing.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 40g
Ingredients
- 4 cups spinach
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup walnuts
Instructions
- 1
Season the 1 lb chicken breast with 0.25 tsp salt and 0.125 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.125 tsp black pepper.
- 4
Add 4 cups spinach and 1 cup pomegranate seeds to the bowl. Toss gently to coat with dressing.
- 5
Top with sliced chicken and 0.5 cup walnuts. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- large bowl
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
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