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Southwest Chicken Salad

A flavorful and colorful dish combining grilled chicken, beans, corn, and fresh veggies, topped with a smoky chipotle-lime dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a filling for wraps or tacos.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine Mexican, Southwestern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Grilled chicken Cooked and sliced
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Sweet corn Fresh or canned
  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped
  • 1 piece Avocado Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Smoky chipotle-lime dressing Store-bought or homemade

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Grill the chicken until cooked through, then slice it.
  • In a large bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, chopped romaine, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Add the sliced grilled chicken on top.
  • Drizzle with smoky chipotle-lime dressing.
  • Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve in bowls or plates; add extra dressing on the side for more flavor. Great as a filling for wraps or tacos. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 1-2 days. Keep dressing separate to prevent sogginess.
Keyword Grilled Chicken Salad, Healthy Salad, Quick Meal, Southwest Chicken Salad, Vegetable Salad