Description
Looking for the best southwest chicken salad recipe? This one is quick, easy, and full of flavor! Perfect for a healthy dinner or a fresh lunch. Whether you want a protein-packed salad or a colorful side, this recipe is the best choice. Great for meal prep, summer meals, and family dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup southwest dressing
Instructions
- Season chicken with southwest spices and grill until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
- Chop lettuce, halve tomatoes, and slice red onion.
- Rinse black beans and corn.
- Arrange lettuce in a bowl, then top with beans, corn, tomatoes, and onion.
- Place sliced chicken on top.
- Finish with cheddar, cotija, and a drizzle of southwest dressing.
Notes
- Add avocado or tortilla strips for extra texture.
- Use chipotle ranch for a spicier twist.
- Assemble just before serving to keep the salad fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg