Honey Lime Chicken Taco Salad (Printable)

Zesty grilled chicken salad with romaine, black beans, corn, and honey-lime dressing. Fresh, satisfying, and ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Honey Lime Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
07 - 1 garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Base

10 - 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 cup cooked corn kernels
13 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
14 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
15 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
16 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
17 - 1/2 cup tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

→ Honey Lime Dressing

19 - 2 tablespoons honey
20 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
21 - 1/4 cup olive oil
22 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
23 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
24 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken, turning to coat all surfaces. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, cheese, avocado, and red onion.
05 - In a small jar or bowl, combine honey, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and chili powder. Shake vigorously or whisk until emulsified and fully incorporated.
06 - Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
07 - Top salad with grilled chicken slices, tortilla strips if desired, and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey and lime create this perfect sweet tangy balance that makes everything taste brighter
  • You get that grilled restaurant flavor at home without any complicated techniques
  • Everything can be prepped ahead so dinner comes together in minutes
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting step for the chicken, those juices need to redistribute or you'll end up with dry meat
  • The dressing tastes better after sitting for 10 minutes, so make it while the chicken marinates
  • Tortilla strips get soggy fast, add them right before serving or serve them on the side
03 -
  • Let your chicken come to room temperature before grilling for more even cooking
  • If your grill is hot enough, the honey in the marinade creates gorgeous caramelized stripes
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