Quick Southwest Chicken Salad
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Quick Southwest Chicken Salad. Juicy grilled chicken combines effortlessly with crisp vegetables and zesty spices, making it the ideal dish for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner. Whip it up in under 30 minutes and savor a colorful, nutritious meal that will delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill or cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest on a cutting board for five minutes before dicing into bite-sized pieces.
- While the chicken rests, chop the cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, diced chicken, chopped veggies, and drizzle with lime juice. Gently toss to coat.
- Serve on plates or in bowls with extra lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg