Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean Salad

Name: Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Chicken breasts', 'amount': '4, boneless and skinless'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic cloves', 'amount': '2, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Mixed greens', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Cherry tomatoes', 'amount': '1 cup, halved'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1, medium, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Feta cheese', 'amount': '1/2 cup, crumbled'}; {'ingredient': 'Balsamic vinaigrette', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Grilled Chicken served alongside a crisp, colorful salad. This dish is a delightful symphony of tastes - from the juicy, smoky grilled chicken to the fresh, crunchy salad that's a mix of sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and refreshing cucumbers, all dressed in a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette. This recipe is not only mouthwateringly delicious but also has roots in the healthy Mediterranean diet, known for its heart-healthy benefits.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
Brush the chicken breasts with the marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette and toss to evenly distribute the dressing.
Serve the grilled chicken with the freshly tossed Mediterranean salad on the side.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 16 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 40g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 6g

Grilled Chicken with Mediterranean Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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