Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad

Bring the vibrant flavors of your favorite Tex-Mex spot to your kitchen with this Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad—a low-carb twist on a beloved classic! Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic, creating the perfect protein-packed centerpiece. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the salad's base, topped with a creamy avocado and lime dressing made zesty with a touch of cilantro and green salsa. Finished with shredded cheddar cheese and juicy diced tomatoes, this keto-friendly salad is brimming with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an easy, flavorful meal that fits perfectly into your ketogenic lifestyle! Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it promises to satisfy cravings without compromising on health or taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 piece avocado
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 0.5 cup green salsa
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the romaine lettuce by rinsing, drying, and chopping it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix it with sour cream and lime juice to create a creamy dressing. Add chopped cilantro and green salsa. Stir well and set aside.

Step 5

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Then slice the chicken into strips.

Step 6

Assemble the salads by arranging the chopped romaine lettuce on each plate. Top with sliced chicken, then drizzle with the creamy avocado dressing.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and diced tomatoes on each salad.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Keto Cafe Rio Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1652.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1737.2

Total Fat 106.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 413.8mg	0%
Sodium 3365.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 141.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 934.1mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 3560.6mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 15.0%