Southwest Chicken Recipe
Zesty blackened chicken, tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, black beans & cilantro tossed in Ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with blackening seasoning evenly on both sides. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and blackened. Remove from heat and let rest.
- 2
Chop the Chicken
Once the chicken has cooled slightly, chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Assemble the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tortilla chips, chopped blackened chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, black beans, and chopped cilantro.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine everything evenly.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately while the tortilla chips are still crispy. Enjoy your Southwest Chicken!
