Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad

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Juicy grilled chicken served atop a bed of crisp greens with a honey-dijon vinaigrette. This american-inspired salads ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless, skinless chicken breast, olive oil, dijon mustard 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 410 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pound chicken breasts to 1-inch thickness. Whisk 1 tbsp olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, and lemon zest in a bowl.
  2. Step 2: Coat chicken with 2/3 of the marinade, let sit 15 minutes while preheating grill to medium-high.
  3. Step 3: Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Step 4: Toss mixed greens with remaining marinade, cucumber, radishes, and red onion in a large bowl.
  5. Step 5: Divide salad among plates, top with sliced chicken and a drizzle of extra vinaigrette.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Summer Market Grilled Chicken Salad?

American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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