Ingredients
For the salad
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 tsp blackened seasoning
- salt and pepper
- 6 oz salad greens
- 2 tbsp fresh mint (chopped)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
For the dressing
- 1/3 cup StrawMelon Ale-8®
- 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Dijon Mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by boiling 1/3 cup of StrawMelon Ale-8 over high heat until reduced by half and allow to cool completely. In a sealable container, add 3 tbsp reduced StrawMelon Ale-8, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and dijon mustard. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Butterfly the chicken breast and season with blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Place chicken in the skillet seasoned side down. Cook for 5 minutes, flip and cook for 4 more minutes or until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 160° F. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
- While the chicken cools, add salad greens, mint, strawberries, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese to a mixing bowl. Toss to combine. Top with sliced chicken breast and then add the dressing. Serve and Enjoy!