Atch’s spicy chicken salad

Atch's spicy chicken salad

This is a totally original recipe by Atch!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breast (Apprx. 1.5 pounds)
  • 3 tablespoons spicy seasoning (dry rub) (Recommend McCormicks Grill Mates Spicy Montreal Steak seasoning)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 15 ounces organic black beans, low sodium (Recommend Bush's Best)
  • 3 hearts romaine lettuce (sliced)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups salsa (medium) (Recommend your favorite fresh salsa)
  • 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  • Place chicken breast in a ziplock back, along with a small amount of water, and pound flat until about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Remove chicken from bag and pat dry with a paper towel
  • Evenly coat chicken breasts on both sides with spicy seasoning
  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot add chicken breasts such that you get a nice golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  • While chicken is cooking add the black beans to a small sauce pan and heat over medium heat until a slow boil. Reduce heat to low.
  • Once chicken has finished cooking remove skillet from heat and place chicken on cutting board. Slice chicken evenly into 1/2 inch by 1 inch slices.
  • Slice lettuce into approximately 1/2 " slices then throughly rinse with cold water and drain. Recommend using a salad spinner to remove excess water.
  • Evenly divide portions of romaine lettuce, chicken, black beans, shreded cheese and salsa into serving bowls.
  • Top with optional freshly ground black pepper.
  • (Optional) Keep chicken and black beans separate containers from cold ingredients and pack one serving for lunch!

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