honey mustard chicken salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dressing
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3/4 – 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (sub dairy-free alternative)
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2 tablespoons yellow mustard
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2 tablespoons dijon mustard
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2–3 tablespoons honey
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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Pinch of kosher salt and ground black pepper
→ Chicken Marinade
07 -
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
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1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari or coconut aminos)
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
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2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Salad
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4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
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1 cup slivered almonds
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1 cup bacon, crumbled
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1 1/2 cups blueberries
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1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine dressing ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar. Cover tightly with a lid and shake until fully combined. Alternatively, whisk or stir in a small bowl. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Store in the refrigerator.
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Combine soy sauce, olive oil, worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk to combine and pour over chicken. Let marinate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat grill to medium heat (approximately 400°F). Clean grill grates. Remove chicken from marinade and allow excess liquid to drip. Place chicken on direct heat and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Move to indirect heat and cook an additional 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F at the thickest part. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Divide lettuce, chicken, bacon, almonds, blueberries, gorgonzola, and dried cranberries among 4 bowls. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
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Serve the salads immediately and enjoy.
# Notes:
01 -
To make the salad dairy-free, use plain, unsweetened dairy-free yogurt and omit the gorgonzola cheese.
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Skip the marinade if desired and season chicken with salt and pepper before grilling.
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Chicken thighs can substitute for chicken breasts if preferred.