Blackberry Balsamic Grilled Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

For the Salad:

• 6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine)
• 1 cup fresh blackberries
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Marinate and Grill the Chicken:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme. Marinate the chicken in this mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and nicely charred. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.

Prepare the Salad:

1. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, fresh blackberries, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts.

Make the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.

Assemble the Salad:

1. Add the grilled chicken slices to the salad. Drizzle with the balsamic dressing and gently toss to combine.

Serve:

1. Serve the salad immediately, ensuring the ingredients are freshly tossed and the chicken is warm