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Southwest Senorita Chicken Salad Chick

The Southwest Senorita Chicken Salad Chick is a flavorful salad featuring grilled chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, and crisp lettuce, topped with a zesty chipotle ranch dressing. This salad offers a perfect balance of protein, veggies, and southwestern-inspired flavors, making it a satisfying and delicious choice for lunch or dinner.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 Person
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips, for topping (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl:
  • Salad serving plates or bowls
  • Cutting Board:
  • Knife
  • Optional: Tortilla strips or chips, lime wedges for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced avocado.
  2. Toss the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
  3. Divide the salad mixture evenly among four salad serving plates or bowls.
  4. If desired, sprinkle chopped cilantro leaves over the salads for garnish.
  5. Optional: Top each salad with tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for added crunch and texture.
  6. Serve the Southwest Senorita Chicken Salad Chick immediately, with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the salad just before eating.
  7. Enjoy your delicious and satisfying salad, savoring the combination of flavors and textures inspired by the vibrant cuisine of the Southwest!