southwest chicken salad

Whitewater, WI
Updated on Jan 5, 2015

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

  • Step 1
    Season chicken with chili powder, cumin and 1/4 tsp. salt.
  • Step 2
    Heat 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.
  • Step 3
    In large bowl, whisk lime juice into remaining olive oil until thickened. Add cilantro, garlic and rest of salt.
  • Step 4
    Add 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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Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Stove Top

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