Description
This vibrant Viral Green Goddess Chicken Salad combines fresh herbs, creamy avocado, and tender chicken for a deliciously healthy meal that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or spinach)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let cool before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, basil, parsley, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey (if using). Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix chopped chicken with mixed greens. Drizzle generously with dressing and toss to combine.
- Garnish with additional herbs or vegetables like cherry tomatoes or radishes if desired.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for enhanced flavor.
- Experiment with nuts or seasonal veggies for added texture.
- For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; best enjoyed cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg