Cowboy Chicken Salad (Smoky, BBQ, Ranch, Loaded)

Cowboy Chicken Salad (Smoky, BBQ, Ranch, Loaded)

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This cowboy chicken salad features smoky seasoned chicken with bacon, corn, black beans, cheddar, and ranch dressing. A loaded, bold, hearty salad that satisfies.

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  • Instant-read thermometer
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  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoon
  • Colander
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  • Serving bowl
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 4-5 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium shallot, diced
  • 1 cup (165 g) canned sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup (172 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 1 cup (113 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 medium jalapeño, diced
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • ¾ cup Cowboy Butter Ranch Dressing
  • croutons, homemade or store-bought
  • 1-2 medium jalapeño peppers, sliced for garnish
  • 1 medium lime, cut into wedges for serving

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