Flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad Bowls for Home Cooks
Bright and zesty, these Southwest Chicken Salad Bowls combine tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a kick of spice for a satisfying meal any time of year.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup corn cooked
- 1 avocado diced
- 1/2 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad base by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, and avocado in a large bowl.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the salad bowl.
- Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.