Fresh Southwestern Chicken (Printable Recipe Version)
Juicy chicken, bright add-ins, and creamy chipotle ranch make every bite totally irresistible.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken Fixings
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, around 700g, each about half an inch thick
→ Chipotle Ranch Sauce Stuff
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 cup milk
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2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 chipotle chili in adobo, finely chopped
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1 cup mayonnaise
→ The Salad Bits
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1 cup tortilla strips
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1 avocado
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180g cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 small yellow bell pepper, diced
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180g shredded Pepper Jack cheese
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1/4 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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180g corn, thawed or fresh
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1 can black beans (about 425g), rinsed and drained
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4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
# Steps to Make It:
01 -
Grab a big bowl and pile in the romaine, black beans, corn, red onions, cilantro, cheese, bell pepper, tomatoes, avocado, and tortilla strips. Layer on the chicken slices and put the sauce on the side.
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Cut the grilled chicken into thin strips.
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Mix together mayo, chipotle chili, lime juice, ranch mix, milk, and smoked paprika in a bowl until smooth and blended.
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Warm up your grill to medium-high. Lay the chicken on it, cook about 3–4 minutes each side till the inside hits 74 C. Let it chill for a few before slicing.
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Put the chicken filets in a bowl, add the olive oil and all the spice mix, then toss till every bit's coated.
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Stir all spices together in a small bowl.
# Extra Information:
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Put the grilled chicken on the salad right before you eat, so it keeps all that juicy goodness.