Mediterranean Kale, Avocado, and Chicken Salad

A nutritious and flavorful salad combining marinated chicken thighs, massaged kale, creamy avocado, and Mediterranean toppings with a zesty dressing.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken thigh boneless, skinless
• 0 salt to taste
• 0 black pepper to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups kale stems removed and chopped
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
• 0 salt to taste
• 0 black pepper to taste
• 0.5 pieces red onion thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 0.25 cup kalamata olives pitted and halved
• 0.25 cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
• 2 pieces chicken thigh cooked and sliced
• 1 pieces avocado ripe, diced
• 0.25 cup roasted chickpeas

Instructions

1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of oregano. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and nicely browned. Remove from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
3. Place the chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil and lemon juice and massage the kale with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it softens and turns a brighter green. This helps reduce bitterness and makes the kale more tender.
4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. In the bowl with the massaged kale, add the sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese (if using). Toss with half of the dressing to coat the salad evenly.
6. Top the salad with the sliced chicken thighs and diced avocado. Sprinkle with roasted chickpeas for added crunch and texture.
7. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top of the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy!