THE COWBOY recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
Restaurants131 MAIN RestaurantThe Cowboy Recipe

The Cowboy Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

grilled chicken, kale, cilantro, Cotija, black beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes, pickled onions, chipotle dressing

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

1

Prepare the Chicken

Grill the chicken breast until fully cooked and juices run clear, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let it rest, then slice into strips.

2

Mix the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, cilantro, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and Cotija cheese.

3

Add the Chicken

Top the salad mixture with the sliced grilled chicken, diced avocado, and pickled onions.

4

Dress the Salad

Drizzle the chipotle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

5

Serve

Serve the Cowboy salad immediately, garnished with additional cilantro or cheese if desired.