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

  1. 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.
  2. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side (depending on the thickness) until cooked through and golden brown on both sides.
  3. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. To assemble the salad. add a bed of lettuce to serving plates and top with tomatoes, sliced avocado, crispy bacon, and sliced chicken.
  5. Mix the dressing ingredients, then drizzle over the salad before serving.

Bon Appétit 😋

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