Southwest Chicken Salad
A vibrant, flavor-packed salad with grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty chipotle-lime dressing, perfect for quick meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Grilled chicken Cooked and sliced
- 1 can Black beans Drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Sweet corn Fresh or canned
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped
- 1 medium Avocado Diced, add just before serving
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
- 1/4 cup Chipotle-lime dressing Store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Grill the chicken until cooked through, then slice it.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with chipotle-lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.
Notes
For added crunch, consider adding nuts or seeds. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days. For a vegan option, swap grilled chicken for spiced chickpeas or tofu.