Post-Workout Protein Boost! Chicken Breast & Vegetable Salad
Simple Chicken Breast Salad, Chicken Breast Recipe, A Satisfying and Nutritious Meal
Replenish your body with a delicious chicken breast salad after your workout! This dish combines fresh vegetables with tender chicken breast for a satisfying and healthy meal.
Main Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 pieces of chicken breast (approx. 200-250g)
- 1/2 fresh tomato
- 1 bunch of crisp chicory (approx. 50g)
- 1 handful of baby spinach (approx. 50g)
- 1 king oyster mushroom
- A little scallion or green onion (for added flavor)
Salad Dressing & Seasoning
- 3 pinches of sea salt or rock salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Dried parsley flakes (for garnish)
- 3 pinches of sea salt or rock salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Dried parsley flakes (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the star of the salad: the chicken breast. Place the chicken breast in boiling water and cook for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked through. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, then slice it into bite-sized pieces (about 1-1.5cm thick).
Step 2
Wash the chicory thoroughly to ensure it’s clean, then shake off excess water. Cut it into manageable pieces for the salad to add a refreshing crunch.
Step 3
Cut the fresh tomato into quarters or eighths, removing the core if desired. Wash the baby spinach and pat it dry. Slice the king oyster mushroom into 0.5cm thick rounds or quarter it. Finely chop the scallion or green onion.
Step 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped scallion (or green onion) and sauté until fragrant, creating a delicious scallion oil. The aroma will surely awaken your appetite!
Step 5
Once the scallions turn translucent, add the sliced king oyster mushrooms and baby spinach. Sauté gently, allowing the ingredients to cook evenly without overcrowding the pan. Season with 3 pinches of sea salt (or rock salt) during this stage.
Step 6
Cook until the spinach is slightly wilted and the king oyster mushrooms are lightly golden brown. Avoid overcooking to maintain the mushrooms’ pleasant chewiness. Once the ingredients are well combined and cooked, remove the pan from the heat.
Step 7
Arrange the prepared chicory at the bottom of your serving plate. Lay it out nicely to create a fresh green base for your salad.
Step 8
Carefully place the warm, sautéed vegetables and the cooked chicken breast on top of the chicory. This salad is perfect as a light meal on its own or served alongside rice as a flavorful side dish. The touch of sea salt enhances the natural flavors of each ingredient.
Step 9
For an extra touch of flavor and aroma, you can drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil (or olive oil rich in oleocanthal) over the salad. Finish by sprinkling some dried parsley flakes for a beautiful presentation.
Step 10
Your nutritious and delicious chicken breast salad is now complete. Enjoy!
