Description

This Chipotle Chicken Chopped Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed meal featuring smoky chipotle chicken, fresh vegetables, black beans, roasted corn, avocado, and a bold chipotle vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, or satisfying dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil (for marinade)
1 tablespoon chipotle seasoning
1
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1/3 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup red cabbage, shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup roasted corn kernels
1 avocado, diced
Tortilla strips or tortilla chips
Cotija or feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil with chipotle seasoning and coat the chicken evenly.
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Cook the chicken for 5
6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove chicken from heat, rest for 5 minutes, then dice into bite
sized pieces.
Prepare the vinaigrette by combining chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar.
Shake vigorously until the dressing is emulsified.
In a large bowl combine romaine lettuce, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, black beans, roasted corn, and avocado.
Add the diced chicken and toss gently.
Drizzle the chipotle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
Garnish with tortilla strips and optional cotija or feta cheese.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Store salad ingredients separately for best freshness. Chicken can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Vinaigrette can be stored in a sealed jar for up to 1 week. For a vegan version use tofu or tempeh and replace honey with maple syrup. Do not overdress the salad to prevent soggy greens. Allow chicken to rest before slicing to retain juices.

Prep Time: PT30M
Cook Time: PT12M
Category: Salad
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving