This delightful honey mustard chicken salad is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, coupled with tender chicken and crisp vegetables. It’s a refreshing dish that’s great for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)
- Croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and olive oil until well combined.
- Brush the chicken breasts generously with the honey mustard mixture, reserving some for later.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad.
- Drizzle the remaining honey mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds over the salad for extra crunch.
- Serve immediately, garnished with croutons if desired.
Enjoy your delicious honey mustard chicken salad!
