Description
This Southwest Chicken Salad features seasoned chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing that brings irresistible flavor. It’s a quick and healthy meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breast cutlets
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large head romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 avocado ripe, sliced
- 1 cup tomato diced
- 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn fresh, canned, or thawed frozen
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 cup crispy tortilla strips
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa verde
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine taco seasoning, salt, lime juice, and olive oil. Marinate the chicken cutlets in this mixture for at least 15 minutes, or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dressing by mixing sour cream, salsa verde, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl until smooth. Adjust to taste.
- To assemble the salad, place the chopped romaine lettuce evenly in four bowls or plates.
- Top with sections of avocado, tomato, black beans, corn, and cilantro over the lettuce.
- Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it in the center or on the side of the salad.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and sprinkle crispy tortilla strips on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken for a longer time or use a grill for an authentic taste.
Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like cheese or jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg