Whole30 Southwest Chicken Salad

Bright, bold, and packed with flavor, this Whole30 Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and served over a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell peppers. A zesty chipotle-lime dressing made with Whole30-approved mayonnaise brings smoky heat and tangy freshness to every bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free salad is perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. Bursting with wholesome, southwest-inspired ingredients, this healthy salad is proof that eating clean doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

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 chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 5 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Whole30-approved mayonnaise
• 0.25 teaspoons chipotle powder
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 4

Cook the chicken in the skillet for 7-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, grape tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, Whole30-approved mayonnaise, chipotle powder, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of water to create the dressing.

Step 7

Place the sliced chicken on top of the salad and drizzle with the chipotle-lime dressing.

Step 8

Toss gently before serving or serve with dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1291.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531.6

Total Fat 94.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 305.8mg	0%
Sodium 1779.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 120.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 241.0mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 3388.5mg	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: 54.6%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 14.5%