Honey Lime Chicken Taco Salad (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant salad with grilled honey-lime chicken, crisp vegetables, and zesty dressing. Perfect for satisfying meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Honey Lime Chicken

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→ Honey Lime Dressing

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# Directions:

01 - Whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over the chicken, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
04 - Combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, shredded cheese, diced avocado, and red onion in a large serving bowl.
05 - Combine honey, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a jar with lid or small bowl. Shake vigorously or whisk until fully emulsified.
06 - Drizzle dressing over salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Top with sliced grilled chicken, tortilla strips, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while chicken is warm.

# Expert advice:

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  • The honey lime combination creates this incredible sweet tangy balance that makes everything taste brighter
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes but feels like something you would order at a fancy restaurant
  • The leftovers somehow taste even better the next day when the flavors have had time to hang out
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  • The honey in the marinade can burn quickly on high heat so watch the grill closely
  • Dressing the salad just before serving keeps the lettuce from wilting
  • Room temperature avocado chunks absorb the dressing better than cold ones
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  • Pat the chicken completely dry before marinating for better sear marks
  • Let the grilled chicken rest before slicing or the juices will escape
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