Grilled Chicken Peach Arugula (Print Version)

Light, fresh salad blending grilled chicken, peaches, arugula, feta, and a sweet balsamic glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
03 - 6 cups fresh arugula
04 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Marinade

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Balsamic Drizzle

12 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
13 - 2 teaspoons honey

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
03 - Grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Set aside to rest, then slice thinly.
04 - While the chicken grills, brush the peach slices lightly with olive oil. Grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side until grill marks appear and peaches are slightly softened.
05 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until thickened into a syrupy glaze. Let cool slightly.
06 - Arrange arugula on a large platter or individual plates. Top with sliced chicken, grilled peaches, red onion, feta, and toasted pecans.
07 - Drizzle with balsamic reduction just before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Pairs juicy grilled protein with the natural sweetness of summer fruit.
  • Comes together in just 30 minutes for a quick yet impressive meal.
  • Features a homemade balsamic reduction for a gourmet touch.
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with nutritious, fresh ingredients.
02 -
  • Always let your grilled chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing to keep the meat tender.
  • Watch the balsamic reduction closely in the final minutes, as it can go from a perfect syrup to burnt very quickly.
  • Toast your pecans in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant to maximize their flavor.
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