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Southwest Chicken Salad

Southwest Chicken Salad

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A vibrant and hearty Southwest Chicken Salad that combines the creamy comfort of classic chicken salad with bold Southwest flavors, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast
1 (15-oz) can Black Beans
1 cup Cor
1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper
1/4 cup Red Onio
1 large Avocado
1/4 cup Cilantro
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Mayonnaise
2 tbsp Lime Juice
1 tsp Cumi
1/2 tsp Chili Powder
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Shred or dice cooked chicke
  2. Chop the Veggies: Dice red bell pepper, red onion, and chop cilantro
  3. Make the Dressing: Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl and whisk until smooth
  4. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, and onio
  5. Add the Dressing: Pour dressing over the chicken and veggies and fold to combine
  6. Stir in Avocado and Cilantro: Add avocado and cilantro, folding them in gently
  7. Chill (Optional but Recommended): Refrigerate for 30 minutes for the best flavor
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve in lettuce cups, on bread, or with tortilla chips

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately and mix just before serving for optimal freshness.

  • Author: Quinto
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 500 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg