Chicken Salsa* (gf) Recipe
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, black beans, tortilla strips, avocado, corn, salsa, and shredded cheddar tossed in an avocado ranch dressing
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Dressing
Salad Ingredients
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts evenly in the mixture and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 3
Prepare Avocado Dressing
In a blender, combine the avocado and ranch dressing. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Salad Assembly
- 4
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce as the base of your salad.
- 5
Add Salad Ingredients
To the lettuce, add the black beans, corn, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese. Toss everything together gently to combine.
- 6
Slice Chicken and Combine
Slice the grilled chicken into strips and place them on top of the salad. Drizzle the avocado ranch dressing over the entire salad and toss gently to coat.
- 7
Finish with Tortilla Strips
Sprinkle tortilla strips on top for added crunch just before serving.
