Grilled Chicken with Fresh Garden Salad

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts (4, boneless and skinless)
• Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Mixed greens (6 cups, washed and dried)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
• Cucumber (1, diced)
• Red onion (1/4, thinly sliced)
• Feta cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
• Balsamic vinaigrette (1/4 cup)

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. Brush the chicken breasts on both sides with the marinade mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
7. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are well coated.
8. Divide the salad onto individual plates and top each serving with slices of the grilled chicken.
9. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of each salad for added creaminess and flavor.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and vibrant meal!