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Mexican Chicken Chopped Salad

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๐Ÿฅ‘ This Mexican Avocado Chicken Salad offers a nutritious blend of fresh ingredients and lean protein, perfect for a balanced, satisfying meal.
๐ŸŒฟ Experience vibrant zesty flavors with homemade lime cilantro dressing that enhances every bite and makes meal prep easy with its triple use.

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 tbsp lime juice

1 tbsp honey

1/4 cup olive oil (65ml)

1 garlic clove minced

1/2 tsp salt

black pepper to taste

2 small chicken breasts (400g/14oz)

1/2 tsp chipotle powder

1/2 tsp oregano

1/4 tsp cumin powder

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 tbsp olive oil

1 avocado diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

3/4 cup corn kernels drained

1/2 red onion finely chopped

1/4 cup chopped coriander/cilantro

5 heaped cups romaine lettuce bite-sized pieces

Instructions

1-First, whip up the lime dressing by shaking all the ingredients in a jar until they’re well mixed.

2-Set aside 2 tbsp of it in a ziplock bag, then stir in the chipotle powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper before adding the chicken breasts.

3-Seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes trust me, this step makes the chicken extra tasty.

4-Next, cook the chicken in 1/2 tbsp olive oil over medium-low heat until it’s browned and fully cooked through, which takes about 8 minutes for pieces around 2cm thick.

5-Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it up.

6-While that’s happening, add the remaining coriander to the leftover dressing and give it a good shake to combine.

7-In a separate bowl, gently mix the diced avocado, corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and the rest of the coriander with a bit of the dressing.

8-Toss the romaine lettuce with another splash of dressing to coat it lightly.

9-To put it all together, spread the dressed lettuce on a platter, top with the avocado salsa and sliced chicken, then drizzle on the remaining dressing.

10-Serve right away for the best crunch and flavor.

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Notes

๐Ÿฅ— The lime cilantro dressing can be used as a salad dressing, salsa dressing, and chicken marinade for simplicity.
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Substitute chipotle powder with smoked paprika, chili powder, coriander, and cumin if unavailable.
๐Ÿ‹ Lemon juice can be used instead of lime juice for the dressing and marinade.
๐Ÿš Serve with lime rice, corn chips, or quinoa salad for added carbohydrates.
๐Ÿฅ‘ Keep dressing separate when packing for lunch to maintain freshness.
โœจ Add toppings like crumbled cheese, tortilla strips, black beans, or sour cream for more texture and flavor.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Marination time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling and tossing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 390 grams
  • Calories: 487