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Southwest Chicken Salad

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant southwest chicken salad featuring juicy grilled chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and a smoky chipotle-lime dressing.


Ingredients

  • Juicy grilled chicken
  • Black beans
  • Sweet corn
  • Crunchy romaine lettuce
  • Creamy avocado
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Smoky chipotle-lime dressing


Instructions

  1. Grill the chicken until cooked through and slice into strips.
  2. In a large bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  3. Add the grilled chicken on top.
  4. Drizzle with smoky chipotle-lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute grilled chicken with a mix of roasted vegetables. Consider marinating the chicken beforehand for enhanced flavor.