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Baked Marinated Chicken Salad: Flavorful & Keto-Friendly Delight

This baked marinated chicken salad is a flavorful, keto-friendly delight packed with protein and vibrant ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Healthy, Keto
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts can substitute with grilled tofu or chickpeas
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) or garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika
For the Salad
  • 6 cups baby spinach or arugula or kale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium avocado or crumbled feta
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls or goat cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or sunflower oil

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Dish
  • Jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken breasts, coating them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 12 hours.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove marinated chicken, transfer to a baking dish, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  3. In a jar, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk together while slowly drizzling in olive oil until emulsified.
  4. Chop salad ingredients while chicken bakes. Halve cherry tomatoes and slice avocado. Rinse and dry baby spinach for a fresh base.
  5. Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice into strips. On a serving plate, layer baby spinach, chicken, mozzarella, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing.

Notes

Store salad components separately until serving to maintain freshness. Adjust the sweetness of the dressing if too tangy.