Santa Fe Chicken Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0 salt and black pepper, to taste
• 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup tortilla strips
• 1/2 cup cilantro lime dressing

Method

1. 1

   Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Heat a 9-inch skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

   6:00 · Cook chicken
3. 3

   Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

   5:00 · Rest chicken
4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

5. 5

   Divide the salad mixture among four plates or bowls and top with sliced chicken, diced avocado, shredded cheddar, and tortilla strips.

6. 6

   Drizzle each salad with cilantro lime dressing and serve immediately.