Strawberry Chicken Salad

This easy strawberry chicken salad has juicy grilled chicken, fresh spinach, and creamy avocado tossed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. It makes the best summer salad!
Ingredients
- 6 cups of baby spinach
- 2 chicken breasts
- salt & pepper
- 1 1/2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup blueberries
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup pecans
- 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium high heat, approximately 350°-400°F.
- 2
Pat chicken breast dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 3
Place chicken on a clean grill and grill each side for 4-6 minutes or until there internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 4
Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5
In the mean time, to a small bowl add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, raw honey, dried basil, garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Whisk together until emulsified and set aside.
- 6
In a large bowl, add spinach, strawberries, blueberries, avocado, pecans, crumbled goat cheese and then top with sliced grilled chicken. Serve with Balsamic Vinaigrette.
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