French

Hearty Classic French Chicken Niçoise Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

A vibrant and hearty French salad featuring tender grilled chicken, crisp green beans, creamy potatoes, briny olives, and hard-boiled eggs, all drizzled with a zesty Dijon vinaigrette. This crowd-pleasing Niçoise is a satisfying meal that bursts with fresh flavors and beautiful colors.

45 min4 servings430 cal

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Rub chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, place potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-12 minutes until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

  4. 4

    In the same pot, add green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender. Transfer to an ice bath to cool, then drain.

  5. 5

    Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 9 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath, peel, and halve.

  6. 6

    Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

  7. 7

    Arrange salad greens on a large platter. Top with potatoes, green beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, capers, hard-boiled eggs, and sliced chicken.

  8. 8

    Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve immediately.

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