Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
Make Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Chicken
Dressing
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the olive oil and southwest seasoning. Coat the chicken breasts with this mixture evenly.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Salad
- 3
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is cooking, wash and chop the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, corn, black beans, red onion, and avocado. Place them in a large salad bowl.
- 4
Slice the Chicken
Once the chicken has rested, slice it into strips and add it to the salad bowl.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Mix the Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Serving the Salad
- 6
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
