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Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with Avocado, Bacon & Goat Cheese

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A fresh and satisfying salad combining warm chicken, creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and tangy goat cheese, all tossed in a sweet and sharp honey mustard dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
  • 6 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 3 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes, toasted nuts

Instructions

  1. Cook chicken: roast, grill, or use store rotisserie chicken. Let cool slightly and chop or shred.
  2. Cook bacon: fry in a pan or bake on a sheet until crisp. Drain and chop.
  3. Make dressing: whisk together honey, Dijon, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Prep produce: slice avocados, wash and dry greens, halve cherry tomatoes if using.
  5. Toss chicken with a small amount of dressing so it absorbs flavor.
  6. Build salad: place greens on a plate or bowl, add avocado, goat cheese, tomatoes, and bacon.
  7. Add chicken on top and drizzle more dressing.
  8. Toss gently and serve right away.

Notes

Serve on a large platter or in individual bowls with extra dressing on the side. Keep greens and dressing separate when storing.

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