Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prep the Chicken
- Pat chicken dry and pound to an even 3/4-inch thickness so it cooks evenly. Rub with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Let sit at room temperature while you prep the rest.
Make the Salad and Dressing
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add pecans and toast for 3-4 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until fragrant and a shade darker. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk or shake until emulsified. Taste and adjust - add more honey if your berries are tart, more vinegar if you want punch.
- In a large bowl, combine greens, sliced strawberries, toasted pecans, and red onion. Hold off on dressing until the chicken is ready.
Grill and Assemble
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high (about 400 degrees F). Grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until grill marks form and internal temperature hits 165 degrees F. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes - this keeps it juicy.
- Slice chicken against the grain into 1/2-inch strips. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Arrange chicken on top, scatter feta over everything, and serve with remaining dressing on the side.
Notes
To toast pecans ahead, store them in an airtight container for up to a week - they stay crisp and make this salad come together in minutes. If strawberries are out of season, swap in ripe peaches or dried cranberries with great results. For meal prep, keep dressing and sliced strawberries separate until serving so the greens stay crisp.
