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Chicken with Blue Cheese Salad Recipe

This vibrant chicken and blue cheese salad brings together smoky grilled chicken, crisp romaine, tangy blue cheese, and a creamy homemade dressing. It’s fresh, bold, and perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:
  • 4 cups romaine or cos lettuce chopped or left as whole leaves
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • cup green olives pitted
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove finely minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Grill the Chicken
  1. Start by seasoning both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the outside is beautifully charred. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), sour cream (or buttermilk), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk together until smooth and creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. For a thinner consistency, stir in a splash of water or additional lemon juice.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large serving bowl or on individual plates, layer the chopped romaine lettuce as the base. Arrange the sliced grilled chicken over the greens. Scatter the pitted green olives evenly across the top, followed by the crumbled blue cheese.
Drizzle and Serve
  1. Just before serving, spoon or drizzle the dressing generously over the salad. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper or garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives for an extra burst of freshness. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal

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