Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad*

Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (like spinach, arugula, romaine)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 cucumber, sliced

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

• Olive oil

• Salt and pepper

• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or your favorite vinaigrette

Instructions:

1. Prep the chicken:

   • Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

   • Let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes if you have time.

2. Grill the chicken:

   • Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

   • Grill chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).

   • Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

3. Prepare the salad:

   • In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro/parsley.

   • Add diced avocado gently.

4. Dress the salad:

   • Squeeze lime juice over the salad and drizzle with balsamic vinegar or vinaigrette.

   • Toss lightly to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.

5. Assemble and serve:

   • Top the salad with grilled chicken slices.

   • Add an extra drizzle of olive oil or dressing if desired.

   • Serve immediately and enjoy!