Description
This quick and flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad is a perfect meal for a busy day. Packed with protein and veggies, it’s a satisfying dish that can be enjoyed on its own, in a sandwich, or over lettuce.
Ingredients
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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 and chopped
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup pepitas or sunflower seeds
Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayo or Greek yogurt (dairy-free or regular)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Dressing: Add all of the ingredients for the dressing into a medium bowl. Mix until combined.
- Salad: In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, and pepitas. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and stir to combine.
- Serve on its own, in a sandwich, or over lettuce. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
