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Best Honey Mustard Chicken Salad: A 30-Minute Dinner Miracle

A colorful bowl of the Best Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with grilled chicken and avocado.
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Best Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring juicy marinated chicken, crisp romaine, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and crispy bacon tossed in a rich honey mustard dressing.

Ingredients

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FOR THE DRESSING AND MARINADE:

  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

FOR THE SALAD:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped crispy bacon
  • 1 large avocado, diced

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together garlic, honey, whole grain mustard, olive oil, salt, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

2. Pour half of the mixture into a shallow dish and add the chicken thighs. Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours if time allows. Refrigerate the remaining dressing separately for later use.

3. Heat a nonstick or grill pan over medium heat and lightly oil the surface. Cook the marinated chicken on both sides until golden and fully cooked through. Work in batches if needed. Let the chicken rest before slicing.

4. Wipe the pan clean and cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels if needed.

5. Slice the rested chicken into strips.

6. Assemble the salad by arranging romaine lettuce, tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado, and sliced chicken on a platter or in a large bowl.

7. Whisk 2 tablespoons of water into the reserved dressing to thin it slightly, then drizzle over the salad.

8. Top with crispy bacon, season with additional salt and cracked pepper if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken for the full 2 hours if possible.

This salad is best served fresh but leftovers can be stored separately for up to 2 days.

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients): 900–1000 calories, 50–60g protein, 60–70g fat, 60–70g carbohydrates.

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