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Southwest Chicken Salad: The Ultimate Recipe and Guide Recipe

Southwest Chicken Salad: The Ultimate Recipe and Guide Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15–25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Southwest Chicken Salad is the ultimate recipe for a delicious and nutritious meal. Packed with grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, black beans, corn, and a creamy Southwest dressing, this salad is a flavor explosion in every bite.


Ingredients

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Main Salad Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (grilled or shredded)
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for topping (optional)

Creamy Southwest Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Main Salad Preparation: In a large salad bowl, combine romaine, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, bell pepper, avocado, red onion, cheese, and cilantro. Add the cooked chicken on top.
  2. Creamy Southwest Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayo, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Assembly: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with tortilla strips or chips if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • This salad is perfect for meal prep—store the salad, chicken, and dressing separately and combine just before serving.
  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience or swap in grilled steak, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (or 10 if cooking chicken)
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Southwest

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg