Description
Experience a burst of flavor with the Easy Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl! This vibrant dish combines marinated grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy dressing, making it perfect for busy weeknights or sunny gatherings. Each bite is a celebration of textures, colors, and tastes that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken in a preheated grill or skillet over medium-high heat for 6?7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165?F. Let rest before slicing.
- Chop cherry tomatoes and avocado; rinse black beans and chop cilantro.
- Whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Assemble salad by layering greens with sliced chicken, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg