Southwestern Chicken Caesar Salad W Chipotle Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Southwestern Chicken Caesar Salad with Chipotle Dressing! Succulent grilled chicken, seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, paprika, and cumin, takes center stage atop a bed of crisp Romaine lettuce and juicy cherry tomatoes. This vibrant dish is finished with crunchy croutons, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a creamy, zesty chipotle dressing made with Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of heat and tang. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Tex-Mex twist on the classic Caesar salad is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve it as a hearty lunch or light dinner, and prepare to impress! Keywords: Southwestern chicken salad, Caesar salad twist, chipotle dressing, grilled chicken salad, quick Tex-Mex recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 piece Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning dressing)
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub both sides with the spice blend.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the chipotle dressing. In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chipotle pepper, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and honey. Blend until smooth. If needed, add 1 tablespoon of water to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.
Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Top the salad with the grilled chicken strips.
Drizzle the chipotle dressing over the salad, toss to combine (if desired), and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1094 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*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.
