Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad 🥗

Overview:

Name: Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Description:

Looking for a taste of the Southwest right in your own kitchen? This recipe for Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad is a delightful creation born out of a desire to replicate the flavors of a beloved local restaurant salad. It’s a family favorite that’s sure to become a regular in your meal rotation. 🌵🍗

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
4	Chicken breasts
1	Mild salsa
1	Hot salsa
	Olive oil
	Lettuce
	Corn tortillas
8	Black olives
	Red onion
	Carrot
	Cheese

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 354
Fat Content: 14.8g
Saturated Fat Content: 4.1g
Cholesterol Content: 92.8mg
Sodium Content: 113mg
Carbohydrate Content: 21.4g
Fiber Content: 3g
Sugar Content: 0.4g
Protein Content: 33g

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with Essence seasoning and drizzle with olive oil.
- Grill or bake the chicken breasts until they are fully cooked. You can also opt to use fajita-seasoned sliced chicken breast strips as a delicious alternative.
Prepare the Salad Components:
- Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Toss your favorite lettuce with other salad ingredients of your choice.
Prepare the Tortilla Strips:
- Slice the corn tortillas into thin strips.
- Deep fry the tortilla strips until they are golden and crispy. Be careful not to undercook them, as they may turn out tough. If needed, refry until they reach the desired crispiness. Drain the fried tortilla strips on paper towels.
Assemble the Salad:
- Divide the crispy tortilla strips into four equal portions and place them on individual serving plates or deep pasta bowls.
- Top the tortilla strips with the prepared lettuce mixture.
- Arrange an equal portion of sliced chicken breast on top of each salad.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix together the Ranch dressing and both the mild and hot salsa in a 1:1 ratio.
Serve:
- Drizzle the salsa dressing mixture over each salad.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each salad for an extra burst of flavor.

Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad! It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. 🥗🍽️