Spice up your caesar salad Southwestern style with this wonderfully flavorful salad for two.  The creaminess of the caesar dressing combined with a crisp blend of Mexican seasonings exudes a fiesta of flavors and textures in every bite. 

Southwestern Chicken Caesar Salad
Total Time: 30-35 minutes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20-25 minutes

What you'll need
1 romaine heart, chopped
7 ounce can Green Giant Mexicorn, drained 
1 tomato, diced
4-5 scallions, chopped
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup flour
1 egg
1 cup plain panko bread crumbs
1/2 packet taco seasoning 
caesar dressing, as desired 
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
tortilla strips

Directions
1. Add lettuce, corn, tomato and scallions to a salad bowl. 
2. Combine panko bread crumbs and taco seasoning in a shallow bowl.  Mix well. 
3. In a separate bowl, combine egg and a splash of water.  Whisk well.  And in a third shallow bowl, add the flour. 
4. Dip chicken breats into flour then into the egg mixture, and finally dredge them in the panko mixture until they are well coated. 
5. Place chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet.  Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. 
6. Meanwhile, add your favorite caesar dressing to a small mixing bowl.  Stir in minced garlic.  Mix well. 
7. Add dressing to the salad as desired.  Toss well. 
8. When the chicken is cooked, carefully slice it into strips.  
9. Top the tossed salad with chicken strips and tortilla strips.  Serve and enjoy!
 


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