Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- In a high-speed blender, combine fresh blackberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and thyme. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the seeds.
- Reserve about two-thirds of the blackberry mixture for later use as a dressing.
- Marinate the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the remaining blackberry mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat, around 350°F to 400°F.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken rests, prepare the salad base with fresh arugula and torn basil leaves.
- Slice the grilled chicken and layer it on top of the greens with creamy avocado slices and fresh blackberries.
- Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds and drizzle with the reserved blackberry vinaigrette.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
