RestaurantsTonic Seafood & SteakSouthwest Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, jalapeños, black beans, corn, colby jack, crispy tortilla strips, honey-cumin lime dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation

1

Grill the Chicken

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any preferred spices. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest before slicing.

2

Prepare the Salad

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, black beans, corn, and Colby Jack cheese. Toss to combine.

3

Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste until well combined.

4

Assemble the Salad

Slice the grilled chicken and place it on top of the salad. Drizzle with honey-cumin lime dressing and top with crispy tortilla strips.

5

Serve

Serve immediately and enjoy your Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad!