Transport your taste buds to the shores of the Mediterranean with our tantalizing Mediterranean Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken Salad. This salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion but most delicious with fresh produce in the summer. It combines the bold flavors of balsamic-glazed grilled chicken with the fresh goodness of a classic Mediterranean salad. This creates a harmony of tastes and textures that’s simply irresistible.
To start, you’ll use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Create a marinade of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, and honey. The chicken is then grilled to perfection, imparting a smoky char and a sweet and tangy glaze that’s truly divine.
As the chicken sizzles on the grill, your kitchen will fill with the mouthwatering aroma of garlic and balsamic vinegar. You’ll mix a vibrant array of mixed salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, tangy red onion, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese together in a bowl. This salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
After grilling the chicken to juicy perfection, we thinly slice it and place it on a bed of fresh greens. Presentation is key, and this salad is both beautiful and delicious. And you didn’t have to work all night in the kitchen either! You’ll enjoy each bite. Savor the sweetness of the balsamic-glazed chicken complemented by the crisp freshness of the salad greens and the briny tang of the olives and feta cheese.
This salad is excellent as a light lunch, a refreshing dinner, or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Our Mediterranean Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken Salad is sure to leave a lasting impression. So fire up the grill, toss together a salad, and prepare to be transported to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean with every mouthwatering bite.
Mediterranean Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken Salad
Ingredients
For the Balsamic Glazed Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- Mixed salad greens (lettuce, arugula, spinach)
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Cucumber, sliced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper to create the marinade for the chicken.
- Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag, and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
- Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks. Baste the chicken with any remaining marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
- While the chicken is resting, prepare the salad. In a large bowl, toss together the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Arrange the sliced grilled balsamic glazed chicken on top of the salad.
- 8. Serve the Mediterranean Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken Salad immediately, and enjoy the delicious combination of savory grilled chicken with crisp, refreshing salad greens.
**Special Tips and Variations:**
- For added flavor, you can add fresh herbs like oregano, thyme, or basil to the salad.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite Mediterranean ingredients, such as artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a skillet on the stovetop or bake it in the oven.
