Pan-Seared Chicken Salad with Lemon Dijon Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

Tender pan-seared chicken breast atop crisp mixed greens, dressed in a zesty lemon Dijon vinaigrette. This chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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

• 2 pieces, about 6 oz each boneless skinless chicken breast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, peeled and thinly sliced cucumber
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 small, minced garlic clove

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
5. Step 5: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1 medium peeled thinly sliced cucumber.
6. Step 6: Drizzle the lemon Dijon dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
7. Step 7: Arrange sliced chicken on top of the dressed salad and serve immediately for a bright, satisfying meal.