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Delicious Citrus Grilled Chicken served with a vibrant garden salad

Grilled Chicken & Fresh Garden Salad

A flavorful dish featuring juicy grilled chicken paired with a vibrant, crunchy garden salad and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken drumsticks
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for marinating
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Salad
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 piece red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 piece yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for salad
  • 1 tsp whole grain mustard
  • to taste salt and pepper for salad
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice for dressing
  • 1 tsp dried herbs
  • to taste salt and pepper for dressing

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken well, ensuring every piece is fully covered. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Grilling the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until it’s beautifully charred and cooked through.
Preparing the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce, sliced red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and whole grain mustard, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
Mixing the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dried herbs, salt, and pepper until you achieve a smooth consistency.
Serving
  1. Arrange the grilled chicken beside the fresh garden salad, serving with the creamy dressing on the side.

Notes

For storage, keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. If freezing, it can be stored for up to 3 months. Reheat chicken in the oven at 350°F for best results.