Name: Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (Use leftover rotisserie chicken for the best flavor.); 1 cup fresh blueberries (Can substitute with strawberries or blackberries.); 1 cup mixed greens or spinach (Kale can be used; just massage it beforehand.); 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (Goat cheese or sharp cheddar can be used as alternatives.); 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (Can substitute with scallions or omit if desired.); 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (Nuts can be toasted for extra flavor.); 2 tablespoons olive oil (Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for best results.); 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (Can be swapped with red wine or apple cider vinegar.); to taste salt and pepper (Adjust based on personal preference.)

This Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad comes together in about 15 minutes with just one bowl to wash afterwards! It’s a quick and easy dinner idea that your family will love! You can switch up the ingredients to suit your tastes or even use it as a ‘clean out the fridge’ meal to get rid of those odds and ends, nothing goes to waste here!

Ingredient Breakdown

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup mixed greens or spinach
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Let’s Get Cooking!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine the base: In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens, shredded chicken, fresh blueberries, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped nuts. Just imagine the beautiful colors of this dish vibrant greens, deep blues, and that lovely white feta! (It looks amazing and tastes even better.)
Whisk up the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Add a couple pinches of salt and pepper, whisking until the dressing is nicely blended. (You want to make sure it’s emulsified, but don’t obsess over the details, the flavors will shine through regardless!)
Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Be careful and gentle here, you want all those ingredients to hug each other but not get smashed.
Serve it up: Serve immediately for the freshest taste! But if you want to, you can chill it for about 30 minutes in the fridge. It really allows those flavors to meld together beautifully and makes for a delicious make-ahead meal!

My Go-To Recipe

Honestly, this Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad is my go-to recipe when I’m in the mood for something light yet satisfying. It has that comfort food feel with tons of flavor and is so quick to prepare. I’m a real sucker for meals like this that can be thrown together in under 20 minutes, leaving me more time to relax with my family or even binge our current favorite show (which, I have to admit, might currently revolve around some high-stakes cooking competition!).

The best part is that you can use whatever you’ve got on hand, which makes it totally versatile. One of those ‘clean out the fridge’ meals that still feels classy, what’s not to love?

If you loved this salad, be sure to check out my Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins, my Cheesy Tortilla Garlic Bread, or my Easy Chimichangas!

Why This Recipe Works

Quick & Easy

This Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad comes together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for those busy weeknights when cooking feels daunting, doesn’t it?

Make-Ahead Friendly

You can easily prep this salad a few hours in advance! The flavors deepen if you chill it for a bit, making it ideal for picnics or meal prep for the week. Just add the nuts right before serving to keep them crunchy!

Customizable

Use whatever ingredients you have lying around! Don’t have feta? Swap in goat cheese. No walnuts? Pecans or almonds work just as well! And if you notice some wilting spinach on the verge of going bad? Toss it in! It’s a clean out the fridge masterpiece waiting to happen!

Crowd-Pleaser

This salad is sure to impress. The contrast of sweet blueberries, tangy feta, and crunchy nuts with flavorful greens makes everyone happy. Plus, it’s light enough that it pairs beautifully with any protein you want to throw on top!

Loaded with Tons of Flavor

From the sweet blueberries to the creamy feta and crunchy nuts, this salad covers all the bases. It’s vibrant, it’s fresh, and every bite is an explosion of wonderful tastes! Trust me; you’ll find yourself going back for seconds.

Serving Suggestions and Storage Tips

What to Serve With This

Serve this salad as a light main dish or as a side with grilled chicken, fish, or even a hearty piece of steak! You’ll find it pairs wonderfully with some crusty bread or a warm baguette to soak up any leftover dressing.

How Long It Keeps

This salad is best eaten fresh, but if you have leftovers, they’ll keep in the fridge for about 1-2 days. Just be sure to store the nuts separately to retain their crunch!

Reheating Instructions

There’s no reheating needed here, enjoy it cold! But if you want to warm up any leftovers (like if you’ve got chicken), just toss it gently in a pan over medium heat for a few minutes, keeping it tender.

Freezer Friendly

Not really, this salad doesn’t hold up well in the freezer due to the greens wilting when thawed. But making it fresh is what it’s all about, right?

So gather your ingredients and dive into making this incredible Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad! It’s fresh, vibrant, satisfying, and absolutely perfect for summertime or any day of the week. Enjoy!

And remember, cooking is about the joy of discovery and sharing moments with your family. You’ll love how good this tastes and how easy it is. Happy cooking! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!