Chicken Fiesta Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Chicken Fiesta Salad is a hearty, fresh, and zesty meal perfect for any time of year. Featuring perfectly seasoned, pan-seared chicken breasts rubbed with chili powder, cumin, and garlic, this salad is stacked with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and the satisfying bite of black beans. A tangy lime and sour cream dressing ties it all together, while shredded cheddar and fresh cilantro add a delightful finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is great for meal prep or a quick, nourishing dinner. Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Tex-Mex-inspired dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 piece Avocado, diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.

Step 3

While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad base. In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, sweet corn, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and avocado. Toss gently to combine.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, sour cream, and hot sauce (if using) to make the dressing.

Step 5

Arrange the salad mixture on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with the sliced grilled chicken.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Fiesta Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1629.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2180.8

Total Fat 124.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 385.1mg	0%
Sodium 3301.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 154.5g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 767.0mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3756.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 22.4%