Strawberry Caprese Chicken Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast – can also use chicken thighs if preferred
• 1/2 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 cup maple balsamic vinaigrette dressing, divided in half – recipe below
• 1 tablespoon olive oil – or avocado oil
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
• 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or cubed
• 1 large avocado, pitted and sliced
• 4 cups mixed greens of choice
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn or finely chopped
• 3/4 cup olive oil, extra-virgin – or avocado oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup – omit if on a whole30 or keto
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• salt
• pepper