Southwestern Chicken Caesar Salad W Chipotle Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Southwestern Chicken Caesar Salad with Chipotle Dressing! Succulent grilled chicken, seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, paprika, and cumin, takes center stage atop a bed of crisp Romaine lettuce and juicy cherry tomatoes. This vibrant dish is finished with crunchy croutons, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a creamy, zesty chipotle dressing made with Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of heat and tang. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Tex-Mex twist on the classic Caesar salad is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve it as a hearty lunch or light dinner, and prepare to impress! Keywords: Southwestern chicken salad, Caesar salad twist, chipotle dressing, grilled chicken salad, quick Tex-Mex recipe.

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
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Croutons
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 piece Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 clove Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning dressing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Drizzle the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub both sides with the spice blend.

Step 4

Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 5

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the chipotle dressing. In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chipotle pepper, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and honey. Blend until smooth. If needed, add 1 tablespoon of water to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Top the salad with the grilled chicken strips.

Step 9

Drizzle the chipotle dressing over the salad, toss to combine (if desired), and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2105.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2376.3

Total Fat 150.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 462.4mg	0%
Sodium 3589.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 153.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 1077.7mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 4009.5mg	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: 55.9%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 18.7%