Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring grilled lemon herb chicken, avocado, and orzo pasta, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the crumbled bacon, mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the honey mustard bacon dressing over the orzo salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to let the chicken rest before slicing to retain its juices.
- This salad can be served warm or cold, making it versatile for any occasion.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg