Chicken Strawberry Spinach Salad

  Salads

This pretty spinach salad, topped with grilled chicken, strawberries and almonds, features a delectably sweet poppy seed dressing. Made in moments, it’s a refreshing lunch or light supper for two.

Chicken Strawberry Spinach Salad

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing, divided
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup torn romaine
  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions

  • 1. Place chicken on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Combine broth and 1 tablespoon poppy seed dressing; spoon over chicken. Fold edges of foil around chicken mixture, leaving center open. Grill, covered, over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes.
  • 2. In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine and strawberries. Add the chicken and remaining poppy seed dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts

2 cups: 438 calories, 22g fat (3g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 39g protein.

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