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Grilled Chicken Avocado Strawberry Salad is a must-try!

Fresh, juicy, and vibrant—this Grilled Chicken Strawberry Avocado Salad is summer in a bowl. Packed with tender grilled chicken, sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, crunchy pecans, and crumbled cheese, all tossed with a homemade strawberry balsamic vinaigrette, it’s a perfect balance of flavor and texture in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad8 cups baby spinach1 cup fresh strawberries sliced1 medium avocado, sliced1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • For the Grilled Chicken1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette1 cup fresh strawberries hulled1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon honeyPinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a resealable bag or bowl, combine chicken with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes, flipping occasionally.Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from grill and slice thinly.To make the dressing, blend strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and salt until smooth.Divide spinach, strawberries, avocado slices, crumbled cheese, and pecans among four salad bowls or plates.Top each salad with sliced grilled chicken. Drizzle with about a quarter of the strawberry vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.Serve immediately, with extra dressing on the side if desired.

Notes

Use goat cheese for a tangier contrast, or feta for a saltier flavor.
To make it nut-free, skip the pecans or substitute with sunflower seeds.
This salad is also delicious with grilled shrimp or salmon as a protein swap.
Store extra dressing in the fridge for up to 1 week—shake before using.