Southwest Chicken Salad
A vibrant Southwest Chicken Salad filled with crunchy veggies, grilled chicken, and a zesty chipotle-lime dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn, fresh or frozen
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chipotle-lime dressing
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Grill on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Add sliced chicken to the mixing bowl and drizzle with chipotle-lime dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later, keeping the dressing separate if prepping ahead.
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, lime juice, and garlic for at least an hour before grilling. Slice avocado just before serving to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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