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Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad

Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad for a Crunchy Flavor Boost

Experience the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex with this healthy chicken chopped salad, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 tbsp Mild Taco Seasoning add to taste
For the Salad
  • 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts grilled or rotisserie
  • to taste Salt to season chicken
  • to taste Black Pepper to season chicken
  • 6 cups Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 2 cups Roma Tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions sliced
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips crushed for topping

Equipment

  • Non-stick Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing and taco seasoning until combined. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for about 12 minutes until golden and cooked through. Let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, corn, green onions, black beans, and cilantro. Toss to mix.
  4. Add cooked chicken and dressing to the salad. Toss gently to coat evenly without oversaturating.
  5. Serve salad in bowls or platter, topping with crushed tortilla chips just before serving. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow chicken to cool slightly for better texture in salad. Customize with add-ins like avocado or different protein sources as desired.

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