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Balsamic Berry Chicken Salad Bowl

Irresistible 30-Minute Balsamic Berry Chicken Salad Bowl

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A fresh and flavorful salad with balsamic-marinated chicken, mixed berries, and avocado.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 small chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each), lightly pounded to an even thickness
  • 6 cups fresh spinach (loosely packed)
  • ⅔ cup blackberries, halved if large
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced into wedges or chunks
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 3 tablespoons toasted pecan halves, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  2. Marinate chicken in half the dressing for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Grill or pan-sear chicken until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
  4. Slice or chop chicken after resting.
  5. Toss spinach, blackberries, and onion with remaining dressing.
  6. Top with avocado, chicken, feta, basil, and pecans.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked chicken to save time.
  • Replace feta with a dairy-free alternative if needed.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Assemble just before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg