Loaded Grilled Chicken Salad

Loaded Grilled Chicken Salad

A fresh, hearty salad packed with juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, crunchy veggies, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Salad

• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 avocado, diced
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced

For the Dressing

• ½ cup ranch dressing (or your favorite dressing)

Instructions

1. Season the Chicken
   Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Grill the Chicken
   Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice.
3. Prepare the Salad Base
   In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cheddar cheese.
4. Add the Toppings
   Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken, chopped bacon, and sliced hard-boiled egg.
5. Add Dressing & Serve
   Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and toss lightly, or serve the dressing on the side.

Tip: You can also add cucumbers, corn, or croutons for extra crunch.