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Spicy Mexican Chicken Salad Recipe

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Spicy Mexican Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced.

1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped.

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved.

1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed.

1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen).

1 red bell pepper, diced.

1 avocado, sliced.

1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced.

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped.

For the dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil.

2 tablespoons lime juice.

1 teaspoon honey.

1 teaspoon ground cumin.

1 teaspoon chili powder.

1/2 teaspoon paprika.

Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
  4. Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and spicy Mexican chicken salad!
  6. Feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more chili powder or hot sauce. Enjoy!

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