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easy dinner ideas for summer: Irresistible Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Salad in 30 Minutes


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

A refreshing and light grilled chicken salad perfect for summer dinners. It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Balsamic vinaigrette, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
  5. Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  6. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  7. Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your easy summer dinner!
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: easy dinner ideas for summer, grilled chicken salad, summer recipes