Salads are such healthy recipes and very filling especially when you add freshly grilled chicken! Try this high-protein Mexican Chicken Salad with tomatoes and wrapped in a tortilla for something different.
- 1 Chicken breast
- ¼ Onion (sliced)
- ½ Avocado
- 2 Cups lettuce
- ¼ Cup croutons
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ Tbsp lime juice
- 1 Tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp chopped pistachios
- Parmesan cheese
- For the chicken breast, season it with salt, and pepper.
- Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until well done. Remove from heat and set it aside.
- For the salad, in a bowl mix together the lettuce and onions.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and add the oregano. Mix well.
- Add the avocado and the chicken breast. Top with the pistachios and lightly sprinkle the parmesan cheese.
- Serve and enjoy.
For a spicy kick add red pepper flakes and paprika.
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Jamie
Thursday 18th of May 2017
Yum - that looks amazing! Pinning this to try one night next week. :)
Susan
Thursday 18th of May 2017
I know my family will love this salad and I love that it's a healthier option. Congrats, you're featured this week at the This Is How We Roll Link Party.
Vicki
Thursday 18th of May 2017
Thanks Susan! I'm headed over there now.
Theresa
Wednesday 17th of May 2017
Looks so good! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & sharing.
Miz Helen
Tuesday 16th of May 2017
Your Mexican Chicken Salad looks amazing! Hope you are having a fantastic week and thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. We will look forward to seeing you again real soon! Miz Helen
Vanessa
Monday 15th of May 2017
What a great and easy recipe. Thank you for sharing at Dishing it and Digging it link party. We love having you.l