Description
Brighten your summer meals with the Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad, a vibrant dish that seamlessly combines fresh vegetables, protein-packed chicken, and zesty homemade ranch dressing infused with taco seasoning. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or as a side at gatherings, this salad is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Enjoy the crisp textures of Romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy tortilla chips in each bite. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a truly personalized experience. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a plethora of flavors, this salad is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese or pepper jack, cubed
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix ranch dressing and taco seasoning. Refrigerate to let flavors meld.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, corn, black beans, and cheese.
- Gradually add the dressing to the salad mixture and toss gently until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg