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Grilled Chicken Salad with Tomatoes and Cabbage

A quick and satisfying salad with juicy grilled chicken, crisp cabbage, ripe tomatoes, and a sprinkle of cheese and sesame seeds. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
38g
Grilled Chicken Salad with Tomatoes and Cabbage
quickhealthyAmericangluten-freechickencrunchyjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

  • 2 medium chicken breast
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 medium tomatoes
  • ½ cup grated cheese
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan 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. 2

    While the chicken cooks, shred the 2 cups cabbage and cut the 2 tomatoes into wedges. Place them in a large bowl.

  3. 3

    Add the sliced chicken, 0.5 cup grated cheese, and 1 tbsp sesame seeds to the bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • grill pan
  • large bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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