Description
Brighten your lunch with the Easy Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl, a vibrant medley of succulent roasted chicken, crisp vegetables, and zesty lime dressing. This colorful dish delivers a delightful fiesta of flavors in every bite, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with nutrients and customizable to your preferences, this salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen, drained)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ? cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C).
- Place the chicken breasts on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165?F). Let cool slightly before shredding.
- While the chicken roasts, chop the bell peppers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the avocado. Combine them in a large bowl with corn and black beans.
- Shred the cooked chicken and add it to the bowl. Drizzle with more lime juice and sprinkle with cilantro. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately in individual bowls or plates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg