Name: Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad Bowl with Creamy Herb Dressing
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp dried oregano; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine); 1 large avocado, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ½ cucumber, thinly sliced; ¼ red onion, thinly sliced; ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional); 2 tbsp roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for crunch; ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream); 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

There’s nothing quite like a refreshing salad bowl that’s both nourishing and satisfying. This grilled chicken avocado salad bowl is perfect for warm afternoons, light dinners, or meal prep for a busy week. Juicy, smoky chicken pairs beautifully with creamy avocado, crisp greens, and a zesty herb dressing that ties it all together. Inspired by fresh seasonal ingredients, this dish is both wholesome and bursting with flavor, making it a go-to for anyone craving a balanced and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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For the Salad Bowl:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
1 large avocado, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
2 tbsp roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for crunch

For the Creamy Herb Dressing:

½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parsley, dill, chives, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
In a large salad bowl, arrange mixed greens, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
Slice grilled chicken and place on top of the salad.
Drizzle with creamy herb dressing and sprinkle with seeds for added crunch.

Serve immediately or keep dressing separate if prepping ahead.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes