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Southwest Chicken Salad

A quick and vibrant salad packed with grilled chicken and fresh ingredients, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Grilled chicken Grill until fully cooked, then slice.
  • 1 can Black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Sweet corn
  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 piece Avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Chipotle-lime dressing Drizzle over the salad.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grill the chicken until fully cooked, then slice it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grilled chicken, black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, sliced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  3. Drizzle with chipotle-lime dressing and toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or store for meal prep. For best flavor, let it chill for a bit before serving.

Notes

This salad keeps well for about 3-4 days in the fridge. Store in an airtight container and keep dressing separate until ready to eat to avoid soggy salad. For variations, try black-eyed peas or pinto beans, and consider using tofu instead of chicken for a meatless option.