Baked Marinated Chicken Salad with Mozzarella and Balsamic Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad featuring marinated baked chicken, creamy mozzarella, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups baby spinach
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Herbs (optional): basil or oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest, then slice it into strips.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil in a bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the salad by layering baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
- Top the salad with sliced chicken and drizzle with vinaigrette.
- Toss gently to combine before serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for enhanced flavor and consider variations like nuts or dried fruits for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken salad, marinated chicken, balsamic vinaigrette, healthy salad, comfort food