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Spicy Southwest Salad (Copycat Chick-fil-A Style)

A bold and flavorful Southwest chicken salad with smoky grilled chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, tortilla strips, and creamy salsa dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Southwest
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese Monterey Jack and cheddar blend
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cup tortilla strips
Creamy Salsa Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp salsa
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Grill pan or outdoor grill
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Season and marinate chicken with spices and lime juice.
  2. Grill chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then slice.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients together until smooth.
  4. Layer lettuce, beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese in a bowl.
  5. Top with sliced chicken, avocado, and tortilla strips.
  6. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.

Notes

For meal prep, store dressing separately and add tortilla strips just before serving.