Chicken And Veggie Grain Salad
Say hello to this vibrant Chicken and Veggie Grain Salad that's bursting with flavor and nutrients! With a delightful mix of quinoa, fresh veggies, and tender chicken, this dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Instructions
- 1
Make the chicken: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Season the chicken on both sides with the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- 3
In a small ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- 4
Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook the chicken for 10–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, combine the minced shallot and champagne vinegar. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and whisk together until emulsified.
- 7
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the spring mix, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, dill, dried cherries, dried oregano, and couscous.
- 8
Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss until well combined. Season with more salt and lemon juice to taste. Divide the salad between individual bowls.
- 9
Slice the chicken, then divide among the salad bowls. Serve immediately.
- 10
Enjoy!
Recipe from tasty.co
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Ingredients (21)
- •8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
- •½ teaspoon kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- •1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- •2 tablespoons shallot, minced
- •1 ½ tablespoons champagne vinegar
- •½ lemon, plus more to taste, juiced
- •4 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- •¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- •2 ½ cups spring mix
- •¼ cup red onion, sliced
- •⅓ cup cherry tomato, quartered
- •¼ cup cucumber, diced
- •¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- •2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- •3 tablespoons dried cherry, chopped
- •1 tablespoon dried oregano
- •⅓ cup pearled couscous, cooked according to package instructions and cooled