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Mexican Chicken Salad Recipe
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Mexican Chicken Salad

This Mexican Chicken Salad is fresh, healthy, and easy! Packed with protein, fiber, and bold flavors, it's perfect for a quick meal or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz)
  • ¼ cup red onion (diced)
  • 2 bell peppers orange, yellow or red add cover
  • 1 tsp chili pepper
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 Juice of a lime

Method
 

  1. Cook the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture onto the chicken breasts. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then dice it.
  2. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the corn, red onion, bell peppers, and black beans.
  3. Mix & Dress: Add the diced chicken to the bowl. Squeeze lime juice over the salad and toss everything together. If desired, mix in fresh chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
  4. Serve: Enjoy as-is, or serve in lettuce wraps, over greens, or in a tortilla for a heartier meal!