Grapeseed Crusted Chicken Salad
A refreshing and flavorful salad recipe featuring a crispy grapeseed crusted chicken breast served on top of a bed of fresh greens. The zesty dressing and garlic flavor add a delightful twist to this classic dish.
Ingredients
- ●4 chicken breasts1 pound total
- ●1/4 cup grapeseed oilfor crusting
- ●1 tsp garlic powderfor seasoning
- ●2 tbsp zesty vinaigrettestore-bought or homemade
- ●4 cups mixed greensfor salad base
- ●1 cup cherry tomatoeshalved
- ●1 cup cucumber slicessliced
- ●1/4 cup croutonsstore-bought or homemade
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a shallow dish, mix together grapeseed oil and garlic powder.
- 3
Dip each chicken breast in the grapeseed mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- 4
Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes or until cooked through.
- 6
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and croutons in a large bowl.
- 7
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 8
Drizzle zesty vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
- 9
Slice the cooked chicken breast and place on top of the salad.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!