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Easy Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl: An Incredible 7-Ingredient Delight

  • Author: Lordibra
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 avocado, diced
– 2 cups mixed greens or romaine lettuce
– 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for topping


Instructions

Creating your Easy Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl can be both fun and straightforward when you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook and shred or dice the chicken. You can easily use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
2. Mix the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, and cilantro.
3. Add Greens: Gently mix in the mixed greens or lettuce, ensuring they are distributed evenly throughout the bowl.
4. Season the Chicken: In a separate bowl, toss the shredded chicken with lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
5. Combine Everything: Add the seasoned chicken to the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is well combined.
6. Assemble the Salad Bowls: Divide the salad into serving bowls, making sure to get an equal distribution of chicken and vegetables.
7. Garnish and Serve: If desired, top with tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for an added crunch. Drizzle more lime juice if you prefer.
8. Enjoy: Dig in and savor the vibrant flavors of your Easy Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl!



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 25g