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Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad

Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad That'll Revitalize Your Meals

This Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant dish bursting with bold flavors, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup corn kernels Fresh or frozen.
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz., drained and rinsed.
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 lime lime juice Juiced.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, corn kernels, black beans, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and fresh cilantro. Toss together gently.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, taco seasoning, and lime juice until smooth.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mix and fold everything together gently.
  4. Taste the salad and add salt and pepper as desired.
  5. For enhanced flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad can be served over mixed greens, in a wrap, or as a sandwich filling. It stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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