Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad
Transform your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad, a low-carb twist on a beloved classic. Tender, spiced chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and paired with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy avocado-cilantro dressing, and toppings like shredded cheddar cheese and juicy diced tomatoes for a wholesome, protein-packed meal. This keto-friendly recipe is bursting with bold Tex-Mex-inspired flavors, thanks to seasonings like cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy, satisfying lunch or dinner that’s perfect for meal prep or serving a crowd. Whether you're following a ketogenic diet or simply craving a healthy, delicious salad, this dish brings restaurant-quality taste straight to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 piece avocado
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 0.5 cup green salsa
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the romaine lettuce by rinsing, drying, and chopping it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix it with sour cream and lime juice to create a creamy dressing. Add chopped cilantro and green salsa. Stir well and set aside.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Then slice the chicken into strips.
Assemble the salads by arranging the chopped romaine lettuce on each plate. Top with sliced chicken, then drizzle with the creamy avocado dressing.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and diced tomatoes on each salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 907 mg | 19% | |
*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.
