Description
Fiesta Ranch Salad with Salsa Verde Chicken is a vibrant and delicious meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This southwest-inspired salad combines tender marinated chicken with a zesty salsa verde, all piled on a bed of fresh greens. Ready in just 15 minutes, it offers a burst of flavors while being healthy and satisfying. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this salad can be served on its own or paired with your favorite sides for an extra treat. Customize it with toppings like avocado or black beans to make it your own. Enjoy the convenience and taste of this quick recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Fiesta Ranch salad kit
- 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup salsa verde
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, salsa verde, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble Your Salad: Prepare the Fiesta Ranch salad kit as instructed on the package. Top with sliced chicken or serve it on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg