This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad features tender grilled chicken, smoky bacon, fresh veggies, creamy gorgonzola cheese, and avocados. This salad is tossed in a homemade honey mustard dressing, creating one delicious and satisfying salad.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe
• 🛒 Ingredients Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
• 🔪 How to Make Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 💡 Tips for Making Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
• 🍴 What to Serve with Grilled Chicken Salad
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Is This Chicken Salad Healthy?
• How Can I Tell If My Grilled Chicken Is Done?
• What's the Best Way To Cook Bacon?
• How Can I Make Sure My Grilled Chicken is Juicy?
• 🍽️ More Healthy Salad Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe

• Marinated chicken grilled to juicy perfection
• Served over a salad with smoky bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumber
• Sliced avocado, sweet red onions and creamy gorgonzola cheese
• Tossed in an easy homemade honey mustard dressing
• Easy low carb and Keto friendly healthy dinner

Chicken and honey mustard are two ingredients that just go hand in hand. This recipe takes that classic combination and turns it into a hearty, healthy, and scrumptious salad that’s perfect for any meal. It starts with chicken that's marinated in a flavorful honey mustard dressing and grilled to juicy perfection.

Paired with crispy bacon, fresh and juicy vegetables, creamy gorgonzola cheese, and ripe avocado slices, this salad has the best mix of textures and flavors. Served on a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying. The homemade honey mustard dressing ties everything together with its tangy and slightly sweet flavors, making it completely irresistible.

Entree salads, like this one, are a staple in my home, especially during the warmer summer months. If you're looking for other hearty salad recipes that can double as a complete meal, make sure to check out this Southwest Chicken Salad and this Greek Salmon Salad.

🛒 Ingredients Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

• Chicken
• Romaine lettuce
• Honey Mustard Dressing
• Tomatoes
• Cucumber
• Bacon
• Avocado
• Gorgonzola or blue cheese
• Red onion

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Food storage bag
• Bullet blender or bowl with whisk
• Outdoor grill or grill pan
• Large serving platter

🔪 How to Make Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Prepare the honey mustard dressing using Country Dijon mustard, instead of regular Dijon mustard, per the recipe. I swap out the mustard for this recipe, to include a more grainy mustard, as it really adds great flavor to the chicken and salad.

Add the chicken to a food storage bag and pour in ⅓ cup of the honey mustard dressing, reserving the rest for the salad.

Seal up the bag and marinate in the fridge for 4-6 hours.

Preheat your outdoor grill or grill pan, then, once ready, grill the chicken until it reaches at least 165°F.  Then remove from the grill and allow it to rest while you make the salad.

Wash, dry and chop the romaine lettuce, then place it on a platter.  I love to use my salad spinner to make it easier.  

Slice the tomatoes in half and the cucumbers into half moons. Place them in groups on top of the lettuce, along with the crumbed bacon.

Once the chicken has cooled enough to handle, slice it and place it over the lettuce, along with the sliced red onion, also in groups.

Slice the avocado and place it and the crumbled gorgonzola in the remaining empty spaces over the lettuce.

Pour the reserved honey mustard dressing over the top and serve.

☑️ Storage Instructions

This salad is best served when freshly prepared because the warmth of the chicken will begin to make the lettuce wilt. If you have leftovers, you can remove the chicken and store it separately from the veggies in the fridge.

💡 Tips for Making Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

• Allow enough time for the chicken to marinate for at least 4-6 hours to fully absorb the flavors of the honey mustard dressing. The longer the marination, the more flavorful the chicken will be.

• To get those nice char marks, make sure you preheat the grill or grill pan properly before placing the chicken on it.   

• After grilling, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices and keeps the chicken moist and tender.

• For this recipe, you want to cook the bacon until it's crispy. This adds a wonderful crunch to the salad, which is a delicious contrast to the creamy cheese and avocado.

• For the freshest and most crisp salad, assemble it just before serving. This prevents the lettuce from wilting from the warmth of the chicken.

🍴 What to Serve with Grilled Chicken Salad

This salad is a complete meal, all in one. If you'd like you can serve it with some of those tasty Air Fryer Croutons or a slice of this Braided Herb Bread. For an appetizer, a cup of this Cream of Asparagus is wonderful option.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Greens: Substitute romaine lettuce with mixed greens, spinach, arugula, or kale for different textures and flavors.

• Dressing: Homemade dressing is healthier and tastes better but you can use a store-bought honey mustard dressing if you’re short on time. You can also try using this balsamic dressing instead of honey mustard.

• Cheese: Swap gorgonzola or blue cheese with feta, goat cheese, or shredded cheddar.

• Protein: Substitute grilled chicken with rotisserie chicken, turkey, or grilled shrimp for a different protein option. You can add grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.

• Bacon: Use turkey bacon or prosciutto if you prefer.

• Veggies: Replace cherry tomatoes with sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers. You can also add bell peppers, shredded carrots, or radishes for more color and crunch.

Is This Chicken Salad Healthy?

This salad is very healthy! It's packed with lean protein from the chicken, healthy fats from the avocado, and plenty of vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables. The homemade honey mustard dressing also allows you to control the ingredients and avoid preservatives found in store-bought versions.

How Can I Tell If My Grilled Chicken Is Done?

The best way to ensure your grilled chicken is done is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F. If you don't have a thermometer, you can also check by cutting into the thickest part of the chicken breast; the juices should run clear, and the meat should no longer be pink inside.

What's the Best Way To Cook Bacon?

If you're only cooking a few pieces, you can either just fry it up in a skillet or cook it in the microwave. My favorite way to batch cook bacon is detailed in this article, "How To Cook Bacon In The Oven." It's so easy and makes much less mess.

How Can I Make Sure My Grilled Chicken is Juicy?

The key is to marinate the chicken for at least 4–6 hours and avoid overcooking it. Letting the chicken rest after grilling also helps retain its juices.

🍽️ More Healthy Salad Recipes

• Mexican Street Corn Pasts Salad
• Greek Quinoa Salad
• Pickled Beet Salad
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Easy Italian Pasta Salad