Irresistible Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe for a Flavorful Meal

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1avocado – peeled, pitted, and chopped

  • ¼cupsour cream

  • 1tablespoonmayonnaise

  • 1tablespoonwater

  • 2tablespoonsfreshly squeezed lime juice

  • ½(1 ounce) packetranch dressing mix

  • ½teaspoonsalt

  • 2(6 ounce)skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 1tablespoonolive oil

  • 1 ½tablespoonsfajita seasoning

  • 1medium earcorn, husk and silk removed

  • 1medium headromaine lettuce, chopped

  • ½cuphalved grape tomatoes

  • 1(15 ounce) canblack beans, rinsed and drained

  • ½smallred onion, sliced into petals

Cooking Directions

  1. Combine avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, water, lime juice, ranch seasoning, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.

  2. Place the chicken in a bowl. Add olive oil and fajita seasoning. Toss until evenly combined.

  3. Prepare a grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Add chicken and corn. Grill, turning once, until corn is tender and chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a cutting board.

  4. Divide romaine, tomatoes, black beans, and onions between two serving plates. Cut corn off the cob; divide between the two plates.

  5. Slice chicken breast; divide between the 2 plates. Drizzle each salad with avocado dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe2
Calories827
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
37g
47%
Saturated Fat
9g
43%
Cholesterol
114mg
38%
Sodium
2305mg
100%
Total Carbohydrate
71g
26%
Dietary Fiber
27g
96%
Protein
59g
118%
Potassium
2317mg
49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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