Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

bottled salsa

3 tbsp

white wine vinegar

1 tsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

0.25 tsp

dried thyme

0.25 tsp

bottled minced garlic

1 dash

ground red pepper

0.5 unit

skinned, boned chicken breast

cut into 1-inch strips

1 cup

cherry tomatoes

halved

1 cup

canned kidney beans

rinsed and drained

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

minced

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

cooking spray

4 cup

iceberg lettuce

coarsely chopped

1 cup

reduced-fat cheddar cheese

shredded

32 unit

low-fat baked tortilla chips

Step 1
~5 min

In a bowl, combine bottled salsa, white wine vinegar, sugar, ground cumin, dried thyme, minced garlic, and ground red pepper.

Step 2
~5 min

In a zip-top plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup of the salsa mixture and the chicken strips. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Add halved cherry tomatoes, rinsed and drained kidney beans, minced fresh cilantro, and olive oil to the remaining salsa mixture. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 4
~5 min

Coat a medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 5
~5 min

Add the chicken mixture to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 6
~5 min

Place 1 cup of coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce on each of 4 plates.

Step 7
~5 min

Top each salad with 1/2 cup of the bean mixture and one-fourth of the chicken mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle each serving with 1/4 cup of shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve each salad with 8 low-fat baked tortilla chips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add avocado for extra creaminess.

Use different types of beans for variety.

Top with sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The bean mixture and chicken can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of guacamole.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn on the cob
Mexican rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexican-American

Cultural Significance

Adaptation of traditional Mexican flavors for a salad.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Dinner
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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