Description
Experience a burst of flavors with this vibrant Southwest Chicken Salad! Featuring tender chicken, crisp greens, zesty lime, and smoky roasted corn, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it brings the taste of summer barbecues right to your table. Enjoy a delightful meal that transports you back to sunny days spent with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cup roasted corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Southwest dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, chop mixed greens and slice cherry tomatoes in half. Dice avocado into small cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder for the dressing.
- Once chicken cools slightly, slice it into strips. In a large bowl, combine greens, corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, cilantro, and chicken strips.
- Drizzle dressing over salad mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 cups salad
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken overnight for enhanced flavors. - Substitute proteins such as shrimp or tofu for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.