Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Southwest Salad that’s easy to make! Perfect for meal prep—try it today and delight your taste buds!
Author:Gianna
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:14 minutes
Total Time:24 minutes
Yield:Serves 4
Category:Main
Method:Pan-Frying
Cuisine:Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 hearts romaine lettuce
1 cup roasted corn kernels
15.5 ounce can black beans
1 cup grape tomatoes
1 cup red bell pepper
1 medium avocado
⅓ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
¼ cup cilantro
¼ cup tortilla strips
½ cup ranch dressing
2 ½ teaspoons taco seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for about 7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest before dicing.
Prepare the Lettuce: Chop romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
Assemble the Salad: Layer roasted corn, black beans, grape tomatoes, red bell pepper, diced avocado, and shredded cheese on top of the lettuce.
Add Chicken & Dressing: Add diced chicken to the center of the salad. Mix ranch dressing with taco seasoning and drizzle over the salad.