BLT grilled chicken salad has crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a lemon herb dressing. The ultimate salad!
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS
For the grilled chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves crushed
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
For the salad
- 8 strips bacon
- lettuce
- baby tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado sliced
For the lemon-herb dressing
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine all the marinade ingredients and mix well. Pour over the chicken and allow to marinate while you preheat the grill or grill pan on the stove.
- Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side (depending on the thickness) until cooked through and golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from the heat and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
- To assemble the salad. add a bed of lettuce to serving plates and top with tomatoes, sliced avocado, crispy bacon, and sliced chicken.
- Mix the dressing ingredients, then drizzle over the salad before serving.
Bon Appétit 😋