Description
Indulge in a vibrant Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad that’s a feast for the senses! This colorful dish combines smoky grilled chicken, crunchy veggies, and refreshing lime for a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is as delicious as it is visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tablespoons)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, cubed
- Tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Drizzle olive oil on chicken breasts and season with cumin and chili powder.
- Grill or sear chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped bell peppers, red onion, cilantro, corn, and black beans.
- In a small bowl, whisk lime juice with olive oil to create the dressing; pour over the veggie mixture.
- Add sliced chicken to the bowl and toss gently to combine. Top with avocado cubes and crushed tortilla chips if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Searing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg