Chipotle Chicken Chopped Salad
A flavor-packed chopped salad with smoky chipotle-spiced chicken, crisp veggies, beans, and a creamy chipotle-lime yogurt dressing. Every bite is balanced, zesty, and perfect for meal prep, weight loss, or a power lunch.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 12–15 minutes
Total time: ~30 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Chipotle Chicken
2 chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chipotle powder (or smoked paprika + pinch chili)
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
Juice of ½ lime
Chopped Salad Base
3 cups romaine lettuce, finely chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
½ cup cucumber, chopped
½ cup sweet corn
½ cup cooked black beans (rinsed)
¼ red onion, finely chopped
½ avocado, diced
Creamy Chipotle Dressing
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
Juice of ½ lime
½ tsp chipotle powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Optional Toppings
Fresh cilantro
Pumpkin seeds or crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
Step 1: Cook Chipotle Chicken
Mix olive oil, chipotle powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
Coat chicken evenly.
Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
Rest 5 minutes, then chop into bite-size pieces.
Step 2: Prepare Dressing
Whisk Greek yogurt, olive oil, lime juice, chipotle powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble Salad
In a large bowl, add chopped romaine.
Mix in tomatoes, cucumber, corn, black beans, onion, and avocado.
Add chopped chipotle chicken.
Drizzle dressing and toss well.
Tips
Chop everything small for perfect flavor in every bite.
Use smoked paprika if you want less heat.
Add grilled bell peppers for extra smokiness.
- Keep dressing separate for meal prep (stays fresh 3 days).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this salad good for weight loss?
Yes—high protein, fiber-rich, and very filling.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes—use dairy-free yogurt or avocado-lime dressing.
Q: Can I swap chicken?
Absolutely—shrimp, turkey, or tofu work great.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~460 kcal
Protein: 40 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fat: 18 g
Fiber: 9 g