Lemon Garlic Chicken Cheese Salad

Ingredients

For Lemon Garlic Chicken:

• 2 cups chicken breast, cooked & sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp paprika

For Salad:

• 3 cups lettuce or mixed greens
• ½ cup cucumber (sliced)
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

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Method

Step 1: Cook Chicken

1. Heat olive oil in pan on medium heat.
2. Add garlic, sauté 10 seconds.
3. Add chicken, salt, pepper, paprika.
4. Cook until golden.
5. Add lemon juice & zest, toss well.
6. Turn off heat and rest 5 minutes.

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Step 2: Prepare Salad

1. In large bowl add lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes.
2. Add cooked lemon garlic chicken.
3. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

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Step 3: Make Dressing

1. Whisk all dressing ingredients together.
2. Pour over salad and toss gently.

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Serving Tips

• Serve immediately for fresh taste.
• Keto option: skip tomatoes.
• Add olives or avocado (optional).

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Nutrition (Approx per serving)

• Calories: ~350
• Protein: ~32g
• Net Carbs: ~5–6g
• Fat: ~24g