Strawberry- Avocado Salad with Balsamic Chicken

Strawberry- Avocado Salad with Balsamic Chicken

from recipegirl.com
30 min

Such a delicious and summer salad recipe with a ton of flavor!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 16 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 7 cups baby spinach or mixed greens ((washed dried))
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1 large avocado, (peeled & sliced)
  • 1 small red onion, (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add to the pan and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

  3. 3

    While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the brown sugar, vinegar and water. Pour the mixture over the chicken and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Continue cooking the chicken in the balsamic syrup for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink. Transfer to a platter and keep warm.

  5. 5

    Remove the pan from the heat. Whisk in the mustard and thyme. Set aside.

  6. 6

    Arrange the greens on a large platter. Top with the strawberries, avocado and red onion. Slice the chicken and arrange on top of the salad.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle with pistachios and drizzle with the dressing. Serve immediately.