Description
Southwestern Chicken Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of summer right to your table. Juicy grilled chicken, crunchy veggies, and zesty lime come together in this colorful salad, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual dinners. With minimal prep and maximum taste, this salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Cotija)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and cumin. Grill until golden brown and juices run clear (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- 2. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, lime juice, honey (1 tbsp), and cumin (1 tsp) until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 3. Toss the Salad: In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce (6 cups), black beans, corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, avocado cubes, and cilantro. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad.
- 4. Add Chicken & Cheese: Slice the rested chicken and place it atop the salad mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- 5. Serve: Drizzle with remaining dressing and gently toss everything together. Top with crushed tortilla chips if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg