Description
Savor the fresh flavors of this easy chicken salad, perfect for picnics or light lunches. Juicy shredded chicken is combined with crisp lettuce, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a flavorful dressing that ties it all together. Not only visually stunning but also highly customizable, this dish will delight your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups mixed lettuce (romaine & spinach)
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dressing of your choice (ranch or vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Boil water in a pot and add chicken breasts. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked (internal temp of 165?F). Remove and let cool.
- Prepare the Veggies: While chicken cooks, wash and chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes; thinly slice red onion.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooled, shred chicken using two forks.
- Mix It All Together: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with veggies. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning or dressing as necessary.
- Serve: Plate the salad or serve family-style with extra dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg