Fiesta Grilled Chicken Salad

Name: Fiesta Grilled Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 85 min
Ingredients: 1 lime, juiced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 0.5 teaspoon chili powder; 0.5 teaspoon cumin; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts; 4 cups torn romaine lettuce; 2 cups mixed baby greens; 2 cups corn kernels; 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 0.5 cup canned black beans, rinsed; 0.5 cucumber, diced; 0.5 cup ranch dressing; 0.75 cup chunky salsa; 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro; 1 cup crushed taco chips

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I came up with this delicious meal salad after I found I was all too often relying on prepackaged deli salads that were too expensive and not always the freshest. This is quick and easy, can be prepared ahead and scaled up or down depending on the servings needed.

Submitted by rainydaze

Published on June 13, 2019

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 25 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 cups mixed baby greens
2 cups corn kernels
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup canned black beans, rinsed
½ cucumber, diced
½ cup ranch dressing
¾ cup chunky salsa
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1 cup crushed taco chips

Directions

Mix lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper together in a resealable plastic bag along with the chicken breasts. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour to overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Cook chicken on the preheated grill until juices no longer run pink, about 5 minutes per side. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes; roughly chop and refrigerate.
Toss romaine lettuce, baby greens, corn, Cheddar cheese, black beans, and cucumber together in a large bowl. Set aside.
Mix ranch dressing, salsa, and cilantro together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently. Sprinkle salad with crushed taco chips and diced chicken and serve immediately.

Cook's Note:

To save time, cook the chicken ahead of time - or if you are really in a pinch, use a rotisserie chicken, remove skin and fat, and tear into bite-sized pieces. You can also purchase prepackaged, washed, and torn lettuce to save time.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

612	Calories
37g	Fat
35g	Carbs
38g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 612
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g	48%
Saturated Fat 11g	53%
Cholesterol 102mg	34%
Sodium 1253mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 35g	13%
Dietary Fiber 7g	26%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 38g	75%
Vitamin C 27mg	30%
Calcium 306mg	24%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 871mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Fiesta Grilled Chicken Salad

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