Southwest Chicken Salad

Southwest Chicken Salad
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    15

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this hearty and refreshing salad. Grilled chicken and sweet corn complement the crisp romaine, while a creamy avocado ranch dressing ties it all together for a truly satisfying meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    71 g
  • Cholesterol
    114 mg
  • Fiber
    27 g
  • Protein
    59 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    2305 mg
  • Fat
    37 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Avocado Ranch Dressing: In a food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, water, lime juice, ranch dressing mix, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve to allow the flavors to meld. (Minimum 30 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Toss to coat evenly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 11 mins Grill the Chicken and Corn: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Place the marinated chicken and corn on the grill. Grill, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and the chicken is cooked through. (Approximately 10-12 minutes per side)

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Recipe View 1 mins Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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Recipe View 5 mins Rest and Prepare the Salad: Transfer the grilled chicken and corn to a cutting board. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Cut the kernels off the corn cob. Divide the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, drained black beans, and sliced red onion between two serving plates.

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Recipe View 2 mins Assemble and Serve: Slice the grilled chicken breast and divide it between the two plates. Top with the grilled corn kernels. Drizzle generously with the prepared avocado ranch dressing. Serve immediately.

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Add a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added tang.
Customize the salad with your favorite toppings, such as bell peppers, jalapenos, or cucumbers.
If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the chicken and boil the corn.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Karl Runte

    This salad is amazing! The avocado ranch dressing is so creamy and flavorful.

  • Laverna Dibbert

    The grilled corn adds such a nice sweetness to the salad. Highly recommend!

  • Nasir Nader

    I added a little bit of chili powder to the chicken marinade for an extra kick. It was delicious!

  • Laurel Marks

    I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's become a weeknight staple in our house.

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