Grilled Chicken Avocado Dressing (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken on mixed greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumber and a creamy avocado-herb dressing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Grilled Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Salad
07 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, romaine, spinach)
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
→ Avocado Herb Dressing
13 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
16 - 1 garlic clove
17 - 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
18 - Juice of 1 lime
19 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
20 - 2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
21 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
22 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Steps:
01 - Set grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and allow it to reach temperature.
02 - Brush chicken breasts evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
03 - Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook 6 to 7 minutes on each side until the interior is fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.
04 - Combine avocado, cilantro or parsley leaves, chives, garlic, Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding additional water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
05 - In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and red bell pepper.
06 - Layer sliced grilled chicken on top of the assembled salad. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over if desired.
07 - Drizzle avocado herb dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The avocado herb dressing feels like the kind of creamy secret you only share with best friends.
- This salad is as filling as it is light, so you finish eating and actually feel good.
02 -
- Once, I tried mixing the dressing too far in advance and the avocado lost its color—blend fresh for the brightest look.
- Letting the chicken rest after grilling keeps it way juicier than slicing right off the heat.
03 -
- Grill the chicken the night before and chill for truly effortless lunches the next day.
- An extra pinch of smoky paprika in the dressing adds subtle magic—don’t be shy.