Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant salad featuring juicy grilled chicken, sweet strawberries, creamy feta, and tangy balsamic glaze over crisp mixed greens.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Salad

06 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
07 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
08 - 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
09 - 1/3 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, optional
10 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Balsamic Glaze

11 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - Arrange mixed greens on a large platter or in individual bowls.
04 - Top greens with sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, toasted nuts if using, and sliced red onion.
05 - Place sliced chicken over the assembled salad.
06 - Drizzle with cooled balsamic glaze just before serving. Toss gently if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy bistro
  • The sweet and salty combination keeps everyone coming back for seconds
  • You can prep most components ahead and assemble when hunger strikes
02 -
  • The glaze continues thickening as it cools, so remove it from heat while it still looks slightly thin
  • Room temperature chicken works better than hot, which can wilt the greens
  • Add the glaze at the very last minute or the salad will start to get soggy
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning for better browning
  • Use a vegetable peeler to shave the red onion into paper-thin ribbons
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