Grilled Chicken Salad with Croutons
A quick and satisfying salad with juicy grilled chicken, crunchy croutons, and fresh veggies. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 2 cups purple cabbage
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup croutons
Instructions
- 1
Season the 1 lb chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- 2
While the chicken cooks, chop the 1 head romaine lettuce, shred the 2 cups purple cabbage, peel and shred the 1 carrot, and slice the 1 cucumber into thin rounds.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, and cucumber slices. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice if you have it. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken and 1 cup croutons. Serve immediately with extra dressing if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- grill pan or skillet
- large bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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