Balsamic Chicken Salad

INGREDIENTS:

Chicken + marinade:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Salad:

  • romaine salad or baby spinach
  • 200g cherry or heritage tomatoes, halved if large
  • 2 sliced avocados
  • 100g streaky bacon, crumbled

Vinaigrette:

  • 1/4 dl olive oil
  • 1/4 dl balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper

METHOD:

STEP 1: Add the chicken to a bowl and toss with the olive oil, oregano and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Leave it to marinate, if you have got the time.

STEP 2: Preheat your grill, grill pan or skillet to medium high and if applicable  brush the grates with oil.

STEP 3: Grill the chicken for 5-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the grill and let rest 5-10 minutes. Thinly slice the chicken.

STEP 4: Fry the bacon and dry it on paper towels to ensure it becomes crispy.

STEP 5: In a large salad bowl, combine the greens and tomatoes. Top the salad with avocado, chicken and crumbled bacon. Drench the salad in the balsamic vinaigrette.

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