Blueberry Goat Cheese Chicken (Print Version)

A vibrant mix of blueberries, chicken, goat cheese, walnuts, and balsamic glaze for a light satisfying meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Base

05 - 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
06 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
07 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
09 - 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing & Glaze

10 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - Pinch of salt and black pepper
15 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (store-bought or homemade)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
02 - Grill or sear chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Arrange mixed greens on a large platter or individual plates. Top with blueberries, sliced red onion, walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, and sliced chicken.
05 - Drizzle salad with prepared dressing and finish with a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze.
06 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The sweet and tangy blueberries cut through the richness of goat cheese in a way that feels unexpected and absolutely right.
  • You can have dinner on the table in under 40 minutes without feeling like you rushed it.
  • It looks restaurant-worthy but tastes like something a friend made just for you.
02 -
  • Don't slice your chicken too thin—you want pieces that hold their shape and don't disappear into the greens.
  • If your blueberries are cold from the fridge, let them sit out for a few minutes; their flavor opens up when they're not chilled.
03 -
  • Toast your walnuts lightly in a dry pan over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes—the oils in them will wake up and the flavor multiplies.
  • If you're making the dressing ahead of time, let it come to room temperature before drizzling; cold dressing mutes the flavors.
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