SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN & BLACK BEAN SALAD

Southwestern Chicken & Black Bean Salad image

Provided by Kathy Williams @KMW2013

Categories Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 20

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1 can(s) black beans rinsed and drained
1 cup(s) roasted red peppers diced
1/2 cup(s) corn kernels cooked
1/2 - red onion finely chopped
4 - scallions finely chopped
1 - jalapeno pepper seeded, deviened, finely chopped
1 tablespoon(s) southwest seasoning
2 clove(s) garlic, minced
- juice of 1 lime, small
1 teaspoon(s) fennel, ground
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
- fresh ground pepper to taste
4-8 - chicken breast, thighs
2 tablespoon(s) southwest seasoning
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
- salad greens
- guacamole
- salsa
- low fat sour cream
- low fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

BEAN SALAD: In a large glass bowl combine the first 12 ingredients. Toss to combine. Cover and let stand for at least a hour.
Mix oil and southwest seasoning in a small bowl. Brush mixture on one side of chicken. Heat a skillet or non-stick pan to medium heat. Add chicken seasoned side down and cook for 4-5 minutes. Meanwhile brush the rest of the seasoning/oil mixture on the other side of chicken. Cook until chicken is done. Cool and slice into bite size pieces.
Assembly: On individual plates or bowls add a layer of salad greens, 1/4 cup of bean salad, and chicken. Add guacamole, salsa, sour cream and cheese.