Quick Southwest Chicken Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Quick Southwest Chicken Salad, a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and zesty spices. This salad features tender grilled chicken atop a colorful base of crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and hearty black beans. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it offers a satisfying crunch in every bite while being packed with nutrients. Enjoy this refreshing dish at your next gathering or as a quick meal any day of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (frozen or canned)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by grilling or pan-searing over medium heat until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- While the chicken cooks, chop romaine lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, dice avocado, and rinse black beans and corn.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, black beans, corn, and cilantro.
- Slice the rested chicken and add it to the veggie mixture; drizzle dressing over everything and toss gently.
- Serve immediately in bowls or on plates; garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (~300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg