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High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad

Delicious High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad in 35 Minutes

A nutritious High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad that combines grilled chicken and black beans, perfect for quick meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Main protein source
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse before use
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh, canned, or frozen works
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Diced; substitute with other sweet peppers if desired
  • 1 piece Avocado Can be replaced with diced cucumber
  • 1/2 piece Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if not liked
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional dairy-free alternative
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream or plant-based yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
For Extra Kick
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Optional; add more for extra heat

Equipment

  • Grill Pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat a large non-stick grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and juices run clear.
  5. Let the grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board, then slice into strips.
  6. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, cilantro, romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes.
  7. Whisk Greek yogurt and lime juice in a small bowl, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
  9. Top the salad with grilled chicken and shredded cheddar cheese, adding jalapeño if desired.
  10. Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store salad components separately until just before serving.

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