Description
Experience the refreshing delight of Portillo’s Chopped Salad, a colorful blend of crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado topped with grilled chicken and a tangy balsamic dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for lunch or dinner, delivering a burst of flavors and textures in every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a delicious way to brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- 2. Prepare Veggies: Chop romaine, halve tomatoes, slice cucumber and onion, and dice avocado. Combine in a large bowl.
- 3. Make Dressing: In a jar, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Shake well to combine.
- 4. Assemble Salad: Add sliced chicken to veggies and drizzle dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine.
- 5. Serve: Plate immediately or serve family-style in a large bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg