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Southwest Chicken Salad
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Southwest Chicken Salad
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

Southwest toppings and flavors make this salad extra delicious

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: best, Black Bean, Chicken, Corn, Easy, Healthy, Recipe, Salad, Salad Dressing, Summer Recipes
Servings: 4
Calories: 414 kcal
Author: Cheri Renee
Ingredients
Southwest Ranch Dressing
  • 5 oz cup nonfat, plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 4 oz buttermilk
  • 3/4 packet dry ranch seasoning
  • 1-2 lime wedges
Southwest Chicken Salad
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1/4 packet dry ranch seasoning (left from the dressing)
  • 1-2 lime wedges
  • olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, kosher salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper
  • 1 head iceburg lettuce chopped
  • 1 can corn drained
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 avocado diced
  • Optional toppings: tortilla strips, cilantro
Instructions

  1. For the dressing combine all ingredients and store in fridge. (Or use your favorite southwest ranch)

  2. Squeeze lime juice over chicken breasts, drizzle with olive oil and season the chicken on both sides with chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, kosher salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. (Or use your own blend of seasoning)

  3. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 30 minutes or grill. Dice the chicken when cool.

  4. Assemble the salads with remaining ingredients and serve with the Southwest Ranch Dressing.