Description
This Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (chopped or shredded)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Dressing:
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped chicken, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, cheese, and cilantro.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Add Toppings: Top with tortilla strips or chips if using.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, use grilled or rotisserie chicken.
- You can also drizzle with a creamy chipotle or ranch dressing if preferred.
- This salad makes a great meal prep option—just store the dressing and toppings separately until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
