Loaded Southwestern Chicken Chopped Salad

Ingredients

 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced

 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned)

 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped

 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

 1 cup corn chips or tortilla strips, crushed

 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)

 1/2 cup creamy Southwestern or Ranch dressing

Instructions

1. Prep the Veggies & Protein: Dice the cooked chicken breast, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the romaine lettuce and red onion. Rinse and drain the black beans and sweet corn.

2. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, diced chicken, black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.

3. Add Dressing: Drizzle the creamy Southwestern dressing over the ingredients. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

4. Garnish & Serve: Fold in the fresh cilantro and crushed corn chips just before serving to maintain crispiness. Serve with fresh lime wedges on the side.

Nutritional Facts

 Calories: ~420 kcal

 Protein: 34g

 Carbs: 30g

 Fat: 20g

Benefits

 High-Protein Meal: Packed with lean chicken breast to aid muscle maintenance and promote long-lasting satiety.

 Fiber-Rich: Black beans, corn, and fresh vegetables provide dietary fiber that supports healthy digestion.

 Nutrient-Dense: Loaded with essential vitamins A and C from fresh tomatoes, cilantro, and leafy greens.

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