Description
Experience a burst of flavor with our Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe, a must-try for anyone seeking a quick, healthy meal. This vibrant salad features tender chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty lime dressing, all combined with colorful vegetables like black beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a potluck favorite, this dish is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a nutritious meal that’s packed with protein and healthy fats. Whether you enjoy it on its own or as part of a wrap or nachos, this salad will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for crunch
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or yogurt), lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Top with shredded cheese and optional tortilla strips before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg