Oops Italian Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and irresistibly delicious Oops Italian Chicken Salad! Packed with protein-rich, skillet-seared chicken coated in fragrant Italian seasoning, this easy recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion for a medley of fresh flavors. A sprinkling of black olives, golden croutons, and shaved parmesan cheese adds bursts of texture and taste, all tied together with a zesty homemade balsamic-lemon dressing sweetened with a touch of honey. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this hearty yet refreshing dish is perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or crowd-pleasing potluck favorite. Say goodbye to boring salads and hello to irresistible Italian-inspired goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.5 cup black olives
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 cup croutons

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

Step 3

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and finely slice the red onion.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and croutons.

Step 5

In a small jar or whisking bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and honey to make the dressing. Shake or stir until well combined.

Step 6

Add sliced chicken on top of the salad, drizzle with dressing, and gently toss to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top and serve immediately. Enjoy your Oops Italian Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1007.2 grams (1007.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120

Total Fat 59.30g	76%
Saturated Fat 14.70g	74%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 231mg	77%
Sodium 4400mg	191%
Total Carbohydrate 66.20g	24%
Dietary Fiber 9.70g	35%
Total Sugars 23.30g
Protein 85.90g	172%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 529mg	41%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1850mg	39%

*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: 46.7%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 23.2%