Spinach, Chicken
& Feta Salad
A fast, filling salad that works just as well for one as it does for a whole family. Warm chicken over fresh spinach with creamy feta, juicy strawberries, tomatoes, and a tangy raspberry vinaigrette — on the table in 20 minutes and easy enough for any weeknight.
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp feta cheese crumbles
- 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 2 tbsp raspberry vinaigrette dressing
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1
Prep the produce
Wash and dry the spinach, strawberries, and tomatoes. Slice the strawberries, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Set everything aside.
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2
Cook the chicken
Lightly spray a skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high. Add the cubed chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7–8 minutes until cooked through with no pink remaining. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
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3
Build the salad
Add the spinach to a large bowl or plate. Arrange the strawberries, tomatoes, and red onion over the top. Add the warm chicken, then scatter the feta crumbles and sunflower seeds over everything.
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4
Dress & serve
Drizzle with raspberry vinaigrette just before serving and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately while the chicken is still warm.
- Cooking for one? This is perfectly sized for one generous serving or two lighter ones. Store the components separately and assemble fresh each time.
- Dressing tip: Walden Farms raspberry vinaigrette is a great zero-calorie option. Any low-sugar raspberry or strawberry vinaigrette works beautifully here too.
- Meal prep friendly: Cook a batch of chicken ahead and refrigerate for up to 4 days. The salad comes together in minutes when the chicken is already done.
- Protein swap: Rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken works perfectly — great for busy weeknights when you don't want to cook from scratch.
- Crunch upgrade: Toast the sunflower seeds in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes for extra flavor and crunch.