Description
Fiesta Ranch Salad with Salsa Verde Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly marries flavor and health. This salad is not just a meal; it’s an experience! The vibrant colors of the salad kit combined with the zesty marinated chicken create a feast for the eyes and the palate alike.
Ingredients
- 1 package Fiesta Ranch salad kit
- 8 ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup salsa verde
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Start by marinating the chicken. In a freezer bag or a bowl with a lid, combine the boneless chicken breasts, salsa verde, ground cumin, kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper. Seal the bag or cover the bowl, then massage the marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate for at least an hour or ideally overnight.
2. When ready to assemble your salad, cook the chicken using your preferred method: grill, sauté, or bake until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
3. Prepare the Fiesta Ranch salad kit according to package instructions. Top it with the sliced salsa verde chicken or serve the chicken on the side.
Notes
For best results, marinate overnight for maximum flavor absorption. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken doneness at 165°F.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Marinating and Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg