Description
This Quick Southwest Chicken Salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and veggies, this salad is tossed in a zesty dressing that brings all the flavors together.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 1 lb cooked shredded chicken (about 2–3 breasts)
- 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 can (15.25 oz) corn (drained)
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños (seeded, chopped)
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
- 1/4 cup pepitas (or sunflower seeds)
For the Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayo or greek yogurt (dairy-free or regular)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix dressing: In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Mix until well combined.
- Mix salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, and pepitas.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and stir to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad on its own, in a sandwich, or over lettuce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Southwest, Chicken Salad, Quick, Easy, Healthy
