Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Salad

A refreshing and zesty grilled chicken salad featuring a blend of herbs and a tangy lemon dressing, perfect for a light meal any day of the week.

NewPublished Mar 8, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time20 min
Total35 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Salad served in a bowl.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (4) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • (1/4 cups) olive oil
  • (1/4 cups) fresh lemon juice
  • (2 tablespoons) fresh parsley, chopped
  • (2 tablespoons) fresh basil, chopped
  • (1 teaspoon) garlic powder
  • (1 teaspoon) salt
  • (1/2 teaspoons) black pepper
  • (8 cups) mixed salad greens
  • (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • (1/2) cucumber, sliced
  • (1/2) red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade.

  2. 2

    Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75 °C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine 8 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 sliced cucumber, and 1/4 thinly sliced red onion.

  6. 6

    Slice the grilled chicken and place it on top of the salad mixture. Drizzle with additional olive oil and lemon juice if desired, and toss gently before serving.

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