Fiesta Ranch Salad with Salsa Verde Chicken
Fiesta Ranch Salad with Salsa Verde Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that captures the essence of southwest cuisine. Perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunch preparations, this salad combines the zesty kick of salsa verde chicken with a creamy ranch dressing. With fresh veggies and protein-packed chicken, it’s not only delicious but also healthy. Whether you’re serving it as a hearty meal or a light dinner option, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it requires minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwest
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
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl or freezer bag, mix chicken with salsa verde, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Grill or sauté the marinated chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 3. Assemble Your Salad: Open the Fiesta Ranch kit and top it with sliced chicken or serve on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg