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Roasted Peach Chicken Salad with sliced, seasoned chicken breast, mixed greens, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and balsamic dressing.

Roasted Peach Chicken Salad

This Roasted Peach Chicken Salad is fresh, vibrant, and full of summer flavor, combining juicy caramelized peaches, tender chicken, crunchy nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 large peaches ripe, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup almonds or pecans toasted
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Grill or Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange peach slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and honey, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Roast peaches for 12–15 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Season chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  6. Let chicken rest, then slice thinly.
  7. Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  8. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, red onion, feta cheese, and toasted nuts.
  9. Top salad with sliced chicken and roasted peaches.
  10. Drizzle with dressing just before serving and gently toss to combine.

Notes

This salad pairs beautifully with crusty bread and can be customized with goat cheese or arugula.