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Southwest Chicken Salad

A zesty and hearty salad with seasoned chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy dressing.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southwest
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels cooked
  • 1 cup Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • ½ cup Cilantro chopped
  • ½ cup Red Onion diced
  • ½ cup Shredded Cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream
  • ¼ cup Ranch Dressing

Instructions 

  1. 1. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest, then slice.
  3. 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, romaine lettuce, cilantro, and red onion.
  4. 4. Add the sliced chicken to the salad mixture.
  5. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, sour cream, and ranch dressing. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
  6. 6. Top with shredded cheese and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chicken Salad
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