Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad is the ultimate combination of fresh ingredients and smoky spice. Perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch, this recipe features juicy, spice-rubbed grilled chicken atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and creamy avocado. The zesty lime-yogurt dressing infused with a hint of honey ties everything together for a refreshing yet savory finish. Packed with Tex-Mex flair and wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only easy to make in under 40 minutes but is also a deliciously healthy meal option that ticks all the right boxes. Perfect for those seeking a protein-rich, gluten-free dish that’s loaded with southwest-inspired charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup canned corn (drained)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 piece avocado (diced)
- 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
Rub both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil and then coat evenly with the spice mixture.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad base by tossing together the romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, Greek yogurt, and hot sauce (if using) to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Top the salad with sliced chicken, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 297 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2498 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.1 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.8 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 139.7 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 4194 mg | 89% | |
*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.
