Southwest Chicken Salad
A vibrant and nutritious Southwest Chicken Salad featuring grilled chicken, beans, and fresh produce tossed with a smoky chipotle-lime dressing, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 breasts grilled chicken Marinated before grilling for added flavor.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Can substitute with pinto beans or chickpeas.
- 1 cup sweet corn Frozen corn can be used as a substitute.
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce Can be replaced with kale or spinach.
- 1 large avocado, diced Add just before serving for freshness.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds visual appeal and antioxidants.
- 1/2 cup smoky chipotle-lime dressing See instructions for homemade version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken breasts for added flavor, then grill them until cooked through and slice into pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Assembly
- Add the grilled chicken to the bowl.
- Drizzle with smoky chipotle-lime dressing to taste.
- Toss everything together gently until well mixed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Notes
Keep the dressing separate when storing leftovers to maintain freshness and crunch. Grilled chicken can be reheated in the microwave.
Consider adding crumbled feta, sliced jalapeños, or sunflower seeds for extra toppings.
Consider adding crumbled feta, sliced jalapeños, or sunflower seeds for extra toppings.