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High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad

High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad for Fresh Flavor Lovers

Discover the High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad, a vibrant dish packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy Light Meals
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin For seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
For the Salad
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 piece Red bell pepper Diced
  • 1 piece Avocado Diced
  • ½ piece Red onion Finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese For topping
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 piece Lime Juiced
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
Optional
  • Jalapeno Minced for extra heat

Equipment

  • grill pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat a large non-stick grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Brush the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  4. Carefully place the seasoned chicken in the preheated pan and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. While the chicken is grilling, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  8. Slice the grilled chicken and arrange on top of the salad. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, and add minced jalapeno if desired.
  9. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients when possible for the best flavor and texture. Customize ingredients as per your preference for a more personalized salad.

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