Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad is the ultimate combination of fresh ingredients and smoky spice. Perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch, this recipe features juicy, spice-rubbed grilled chicken atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and creamy avocado. The zesty lime-yogurt dressing infused with a hint of honey ties everything together for a refreshing yet savory finish. Packed with Tex-Mex flair and wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only easy to make in under 40 minutes but is also a deliciously healthy meal option that ticks all the right boxes. Perfect for those seeking a protein-rich, gluten-free dish that’s loaded with southwest-inspired charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

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 cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup canned corn (drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 piece avocado (diced)
• 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 2

Rub both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil and then coat evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad base by tossing together the romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, Greek yogurt, and hot sauce (if using) to create the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Top the salad with sliced chicken, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1786.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1712.6

Total Fat 68.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 296.8mg	0%
Sodium 2911.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 142.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 356.6mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 4106.1mg	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: 34.9%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 32.9%