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Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful, low-carb chicken salad with smoky chipotle and zesty lime, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Marinade

  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt Salt

Salad

  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 avocado avocado
  • 0.25 cup red onion
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Dressing

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt Salt

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, then marinate with chipotle, lime juice, and olive oil for 10 minutes.
  • Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest and slice thinly.
  • Combine greens, avocado, red onion, cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and cheese in a bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  • Add chicken to salad, drizzle with dressing, toss, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken, Keto