Ingredients
– 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
– 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup corn, canned or fresh
– 1 avocado, diced
– ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
– ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup cilantro, chopped
– Lime juice (from 1-2 limes)
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Quick Southwest Chicken Salad is straightforward and easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let them cool slightly before slicing.
2. Chop Vegetables: While the chicken is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
3. Add Veggies: Add the cherry tomatoes, corn, diced avocado, black beans, shaved cheese, red onion, and fresh cilantro to the bowl.
4. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine: Once the chicken has cooled, add it to the salad mixture.
6. Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
7. Taste & Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve: Divide the salad into bowls and top with additional lime juice or cilantro if desired.
These clear steps will guide you to create this incredible salad without any hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 35g