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Southwest Salad Recipe (Chicken Version)
This Southwest Chicken Salad is 1000X better than any restaurant version and will earn an encore for lunch, dinner, entertaining and potlucks! The Chili Lime Chicken is exploding with vibrant, earthy, tanginess after just a 30-minute wet rub and the creamy, smoky, zesty Chipotle Ranch Dressing can be blended in minutes. Toss the southwest salad altogether or follow the meal prep instructions to enjoy throughout the week.
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 1h⏳ Prep: 45 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Jen📖 carlsbadcravings
🥘 Ingredients
Check off ingredients as you prepare them:
🍳 Cookware
- bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
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Chicken: Prepare according to directions (Click HERE for recipe.) Slice or chop cooked chicken. While the chicken marinates, make the dressing and prep the veggies:
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Dressing: Prepare according to directions (Click HERE for recipe.) Refrigerate until ready to use.
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Salad: Meanwhile, prep all of the salad ingredients, except the avocados.
avocados, (sliced or chopped)2
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TO SERVE
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If not expecting leftovers: Add all of the salad ingredients to a large salad bowl. Toss everything together with the dressing or serve it on the side and let everyone dress their own salads.
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If expecting leftovers: Toss all of the salad ingredients together in a large salad bowl except avocados and tortilla chips; serve them on the side along with the dressing. This will prevent the salad from getting as soggy when storing.
avocados, (sliced or chopped)2tortilla chips, slightly crushed or tortilla strips to taste (the more the better!)
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Salad Bar: If you have picky eaters or want a fun entertaining idea, consider a salad bar where everyone can pile on as much or as little of their favorite toppings.
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