Honey Lime Chicken Taco Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant salad featuring grilled honey-lime chicken, romaine, corn, black beans, and fresh avocado. Light, zesty, and satisfying.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

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, optional
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

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor development.
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 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 to coat all components evenly without bruising greens.
07 - Top salad with grilled chicken slices, tortilla strips if using, and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey-lime combination creates this incredible sweet-tangy balance that makes everything taste restaurant-quality
  • It is one of those rare meals that satisfies the craving for something fresh while still feeling like a complete, filling dinner
02 -
  • The honey in the marinade can burn quickly, so keep your grill at medium heat, not screaming hot
  • Let the chicken rest before slicing, otherwise all those juices run onto your cutting board instead of staying in the meat
03 -
  • Grill extra chicken and use it for tacos or grain bowls later in the week
  • Warm your tortilla strips in the oven for 5 minutes to revive stale chips
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