Nectarine Chicken Salad Recipe

Escape the summer heat with this refreshing Nectarine Chicken Salad! Sweet and juicy nectarines perfectly complement grilled chicken in a light and zesty dressing. A vibrant and healthy meal prep option, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 248.7 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Nectarine Chicken Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nectarine Chicken Salad

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How to Make Nectarine Chicken Salad

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let cool slightly, then slice or cube.
  3. While chicken grills, whisk together the dressing ingredients (see below) in a cruet jar or small bowl: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Wash and dry 4 cups mixed salad greens.
  5. Slice 2 ripe nectarines into thin wedges.
  6. Arrange salad greens on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with grilled chicken and nectarine slices.
  7. Drizzle generously with the prepared dressing.
  8. Season with extra salt and pepper to taste, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

4g

Carbs

7g