Blackened Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Blackened Chicken Salad! Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a bold homemade blackening spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and herbs, then seared to smoky perfection in a hot skillet. Served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens and complemented by fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad is as satisfying as it is nutritious. A drizzle of zesty lemon juice ties everything together, with the option to add your favorite dressing for an extra burst of flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy and hearty dish is perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Indulge in the perfect balance of spice, freshness, and texture with this Blackened Chicken Salad recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons Your favorite salad dressing (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create the blackening spice blend.

Step 2

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and coat both sides generously with the spice mixture.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet.

Step 4

Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is nicely blackened. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 5

While the chicken cools, prepare the salad base. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and dice the avocado. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 6

Place the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or bowl. Arrange the sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion on top.

Step 7

Drizzle the salad with lemon juice and optionally add your favorite salad dressing. Toss gently to combine or serve with the dressing on the side.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Blackened Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1277.9 grams (1277.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1547

Total Fat 96.50g	124%
Saturated Fat 16.50g	83%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.60g
Cholesterol 306mg	102%
Sodium 2639mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 55.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 23.60g	84%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 120.40g	241%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 3446mg	73%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 14.0%