Green Goddess Chicken Salad
A vibrant and healthy Green Goddess Chicken Salad packed with fresh greens, tender chicken, and a creamy green goddess dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 lbs organic chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salad
- 2 bunches kale and baby lettuce (roughly chopped)
- 1 organic cucumber (peeled and chopped)
- 1 green tomato (diced)
- 2 cups crispy lemon herb quinoa
- 1 Hass avocado (pitted and chopped into chunks)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 to 2 cups green goddess dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Allow marinated chicken to come to room temperature for 30-45 minutes.
- Place chicken on prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Remove chicken from oven and slice into strips or chunks as preferred.
- Prepare crispy lemon herb quinoa and green goddess dressing following their respective recipes.
- Strip and roughly chop kale leaves, discarding stems.
- Place kale in large bowl and drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons lemon juice or olive oil; massage gently with hands for 2-3 minutes to soften.
- In a large salad bowl, combine massaged kale, chopped cucumber, diced green tomato, and avocado chunks.
- Top with crispy quinoa, sliced chicken, and grated parmesan.
- Drizzle salad with green goddess dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with grilled halloumi cheese or chickpeas.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 700mg