Spicy Southwest Salad Recipe (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)

Step 1

Mix the ingredients for the marinade together.

Step 2

Place the chicken in an airtight container or freezer bag and pour the marinade over it.

Step 3

Marinate the chicken overnight (or for at least 30 minutes before baking).

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 350 degress F.

Step 5

Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chopped bell pepper to the baking sheet and continue to bake for another 15 minutes (or until the chicken is fully cooked).

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, make the salad dressing.

Step 8

Chop the spinach.

Step 9

In a large salad bowl, toss all of the salad ingredients together (except for the pepitas, tortilla chips, and dressing).

Step 10

Add the chicken and bell peppers once they are done baking and toss together.

Step 11

Plate each salad, add the peptias, tortilla chips, and drizzle with dressing.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy!