Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
Warm, marinated and grilled chicken breast served atop freshly mixed greens, Mild Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and fresh avocado. Served with your choice of dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Salad
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens. Top with shredded Mild Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and sliced avocado.
- 4
Slice the Chicken
Slice the grilled chicken breast and place it on top of the salad.
- 5
Serve
Drizzle your choice of dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

