Description
A flavorful and hearty salad with tender chicken, black beans, corn, and a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- Top the salad with sliced chicken and shredded cheese.
- Whisk together ranch dressing and lime juice. Drizzle over the salad before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.