Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Salad with Balsamic Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-28 · Updated 2026-03-28

A hearty salad featuring smoky grilled chicken, crisp asparagus, and a rich balsamic reduction, dressed with a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. This American-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs asparagus, grilled chicken breast, mixed greens into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
• 200g grilled chicken breast
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup croutons

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 8-10 minutes until tender and charred, then set aside.
2. Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until reduced to 2 tbsp, then set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, grilled chicken, and asparagus. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and the balsamic glaze. Toss until evenly coated, then top with croutons before serving.