Description
Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Southwest right to your table. Packed with crunchy romaine lettuce, juicy chicken, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying. The zesty lime dressing and spices create a fiesta of flavors in every bite, making it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe is sure to impress your guests or brighten up your meal prep routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (1 lb)
- 6 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, rinsed
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Corn Kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 Avocado, diced
- ½ cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 Limes
- 2 tsp Cumin
- 2 tsp Chili Powder
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and juices run clear. Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, mix lettuce, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the salad; toss gently to combine.
- Slice chicken and place on top of the salad. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg