Low Fat Chipotle Chicken Salad

Bursting with smoky, spicy flavor and packed with nutritious ingredients, this Low Fat Chipotle Chicken Salad is a guilt-free meal that doesn't skimp on taste. Tender, grilled chicken breasts are seasoned with a zesty blend of chipotle chili powder, cumin, and garlic before being paired with crisp romaine lettuce, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, black beans, and creamy avocado. A tangy lime and Greek yogurt dressing ties it all together, while a hint of honey adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this high-protein, low-fat salad is perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, or meal prep. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a refreshingly bold dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for anyone seeking a flavorful way to enjoy a balanced, low-calorie meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil spray
• 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 0.5 cup black beans
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 1 avocado
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Spray the chicken breasts lightly with olive oil spray and coat them evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, corn kernels, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 7

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, Greek yogurt, and honey.

Step 8

Slice the avocado and gently fold it into the salad mixture.

Step 9

Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl and drizzle with the dressing.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1465.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1463.4

Total Fat 47.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 389.0mg	0%
Sodium 2073.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 171.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 341.9mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 3461.2mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 45.8%

Carbs: 25.7%