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Southwest Chicken Salad

A vibrant and flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad featuring grilled chicken, sweet corn, black beans, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. Fresh, spicy, and totally crave-worthy!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Southwest
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Southwest spice blend (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne)
  • 2 cups romaine hearts
  • 1 cup sweet corn
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • cilantro
  • lime dressing (olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, chili powder)
  • cheese (cotija, feta, cheddar, pepper jack)

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Southwest spice blend with olive oil and rub it on the chicken. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  • Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
  • Prepare the corn, black beans, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Make the lime dressing.
  • Layer greens with corn, black beans, tomatoes, onion, sliced chicken, avocado, and cheese. Drizzle with lime dressing.

Notes

For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce. To make it vegetarian, omit the chicken and add extra beans and veggies. Serve with tortilla chips for a crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword fresh salad, Grilled Chicken Salad, Healthy Salad, Mexican Salad, Southwest Chicken Salad
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