southwest chicken salad
This was adapted from a wonderful salad that Panera Bread serves.
prep time
25 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 10 ounces romaine lettuce
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 - jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 ounces pepper jack or mexican blend cheese, shredded or cubed
- 1 - avocado, sliced
How To Make southwest chicken salad
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Step 1Season chicken with chili powder, cumin and 1/4 tsp. salt.
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Step 2Heat 1 Tbs. oil in skillet, add chicken and cook until browned - 4-5 minutes/side. Reduce heat and cook until no longer pink in center. Set aside.
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Step 3In large bowl, whisk lime juice into remaining olive oil until thickened. Add cilantro, garlic and rest of salt.
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Step 4Add lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pepper and beans to bowl and toss until coated with dressing. Plate. Slice chicken and arrange on top of lettuce mixture along with cheese and avocado.
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Chicken Salads
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Ingredient:
Chicken
Culture:
Southwestern
Method:
Stove Top
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