Warm Spinach And Rice Chicken Salad Recipe

This vibrant Warm Spinach and Rice Chicken Salad is a taste of home-cooked comfort! Juicy grilled chicken breast is paired with fluffy rice pilaf, wilted spinach, and a zesty salad dressing, creating a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch. Get ready to savor every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 303.6 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Warm Spinach And Rice Chicken Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Warm Spinach And Rice Chicken Salad

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How to Make Warm Spinach And Rice Chicken Salad

  1. Preheat grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of your favorite salad dressing.
  3. Brush both sides of 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts with the salad dressing.
  4. Grill or broil chicken for 12-15 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. While the chicken cooks, prepare 1 cup of rice pilaf according to package directions.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice with the remaining salad dressing (approximately 2 tablespoons).
  7. Add 5 oz fresh spinach, 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, and 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives.
  8. Gently stir until the spinach is slightly wilted.
  9. Slice the cooked chicken breast and spoon the rice mixture onto serving plates.
  10. Top with the sliced chicken and garnish as desired (optional: extra olives, feta cheese, a sprinkle of parmesan cheese).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

13g

Carbs

4g