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Balsamic Chicken Strawberry Salad Recipe

Try this fresh balsamic chicken strawberry salad for lunch or dinner this week! So simple to make, gluten free, grain free and packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 0

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb skinless boneless chicken or turkey breast
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6-8 cup salad greens
  • 8-10 strawberries sliced
  • ⅓ cup chopped jimaca
  • ⅓ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp coarse Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Herbs de Provence

Instructions

  • Balsamic chicken
    Combine the ingredients for the chicken (except for the chicken) in a small bowl. Place the chicken in container with a flat bottom and a lid (I used a large pyrex glass bowl) and pour the marinade over the chicken. Cover well and flip so both sides are coated. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes.
  • After done marinating, place a medium skillet (that has a light fitting lid) over medium heat. Let the skillet get hot then add non-stick spray (I used coconut oil spray) and quickly add the chicken, breast side down. Let cook 4 minutes.
  • Flip the chicken and add ¼ cup water immediately. You will notice that the balsamic wants to burn if you don't add water. Cover the skillet and keep an eye on it. You will likely need to add another ¼ cup of water about 10 minutes into the cooking process.
  • After 15 minutes, remove the lid and allow the sauce to cook down 1 minute (you have now cooked the chicken a total of 20 minutes). Check the internal temperature or cut through the thickest part of the breast. Temperature should be 165F and you should not be able to see any pink in the chicken. Take off the heat if it 's done cooking and allow to cool slightly.
  • Cut the chicken on a bias (angle) so it presents well on the salad.
  • Chop the veggies and the strawberries (while the chicken is cooking). Assemble the salads.
  • In a small container (with a tight fitting lid) add all the ingredients for the balsamic vinaigrette. Place the lid on the container and shake vigorously. Taste and add another pinch of salt or another splash of vinaigrette as needed.