Description
A vibrant, nutrient-packed meal combining tender grilled chicken with fresh spinach and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Balanced protein and vitamins in every bite, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
4 (6 oz) skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
8 oz fresh spinach (baby or chopped)
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp salt
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp oil.
Mix lemon juice, garlic, honey, and 1 tbsp oil for marinade (optional: marinate chicken 10 minutes).
Preheat grill to 375°F; oil grates and grill chicken 5-7 minutes per side until 165°F.
Toss spinach with 2 tbsp oil and grilled chicken. Mix remaining marinade and pour over salad before serving.
Notes
Chill spinach 30 minutes for extra crunch in warm weather
Use a meat thermometer for food safety
Omit honey for a tangier dressing
Add optional herbs like parsley or mint
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg