BLT Balsamic Chicken Avocado & Feta Salad
BLT Balsamic Chicken Avocado & Feta Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines marinated chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese over fresh mixed greens. Perfect for sunny days or entertaining guests, this salad is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a light dinner, your taste buds will thank you for this delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 ripe avocado
- 4 oz feta cheese
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; chop into bits.
- In the same skillet, sauté marinated chicken over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through (6-7 minutes per side).
- Prepare dressing by whisking together leftover marinade with additional olive oil and seasonings.
- Toss mixed greens with diced avocado, tomatoes, feta cheese, bacon bits, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and mix gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding walnuts or pecans. Substitute feta with goat cheese or use grilled shrimp instead of chicken for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.