Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Bold & Flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad, perfect for any occasion! This salad features tender grilled chicken seasoned with zesty spices, crisp lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime dressing. Each bite is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will have you craving more. Whether it’s a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner, this salad brings a fiesta to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 6 cups lettuce mix (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan to medium-high heat. Brush chicken with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill for about 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- While chicken rests, chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice avocado.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce mix with tomatoes, avocado, red onion slices, and cilantro. Toss gently.
- Slice grilled chicken and place it atop the salad mixture. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg