Chili Chicken Salad
Spice up your meal routine with this vibrant and flavorful Chili Chicken Salad! Tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection with a smoky blend of chili powder, paprika, and garlic, then paired with fresh, crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect option for a healthy lunch or dinner. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is a refreshing twist on classic chicken salads. Ideal for meal-prep enthusiasts or anyone seeking a high-protein, low-carb dish that doesn't skimp on taste. Discover how this Chili Chicken Salad brings together spice, freshness, and zing in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens (e.g. spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece Cucumber
- 0.25 piece Red onion
- 1 piece Avocado
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber and red onion, dice the avocado, and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, cumin, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to create the dressing.
Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving plate or bowl. Top with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and chicken slices.
Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chili Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.5 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 3277 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2953 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
