Honey Balsamic Chicken Salad
A bright, summery salad that pairs sweet peaches and juicy cherry tomatoes with tender honey‑balsamic glazed chicken. Fresh basil and toasted walnuts add fragrant crunch, making it a perfect light lunch or dinner starter.
Recipe by Rachel Johnstone· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 2 pieces peaches
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium‑high heat (about 400°F / 392°F).
- 2Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then brush both sides with a mixture of 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar.
- 3Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (165°F) and the juices run clear.
- 4Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- 5While the chicken rests, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant; set aside to cool.
- 6In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup chopped fresh basil, 2 sliced peaches, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and the toasted walnuts.
- 7Prepare the dressing by whisking together 1 tbsp olive oil with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- 8Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
- 9Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the tossed salad, garnish with extra basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make Honey Balsamic Chicken Salad?
- About 35 minutes in total: 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Honey Balsamic Chicken Salad recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Honey Balsamic Chicken Salad recipe come from?
- It was shared by Rachel Johnstone on facebook.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.