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Mexican Chicken Salad

Mexican Chicken Salad

A zesty Mexican Chicken Salad loaded with tender chicken, crunchy veggies, black beans, corn, and a bold dressing—perfect for a fresh, satisfying meal!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • To make the smooth Mexican Chicken Salad Make the following items available:

Protein

  • 2 cups of cooked chicken shredded rotisserie poached, rotisserie grill, poached, or leftover

Creamy Base

  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for the nutritious Mexican Chicken Salad
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon of lime juice freshly squeezed
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chilli powder add more if you'd like to make a hot Mexican dinner salad
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder

Add-ins

  • 1 cup of canned corn drain
  • 1 cup beans rinsed and drain adds the fiber and gives the flavor of a big bite
  • 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
  • ½ cup celery diced
  • ¼ cup of red onion or scallions Finely chopped
  • ½ cup of cheddar cheese shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped
  • Salt and pepper as desired

Optional Toppings

  • Avocado sliced
  • Pickled jalapenos
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Crispy tortilla chips crushed or taco strips

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Dressing

  • In a large mixing bowl mix together mayonnaise with lime juice sour cream and chili powder cumin as well as garlic powder until it is smooth. This spicy tangy base is essential to the rich and delicious dressing that is the hallmark of a good dinner chicken dish.

In Step 2: Add the Chicken & Veggies

  • Incorporate your shreds of chicken as well as black beans red bell pepper corn celery, onion, cheddar, cilantro and red bell pepper to the bowl. Mix the ingredients together until evenly coated in the dressing.

Step 3: Chill for Maximum Flavor

  • Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes prior to serving. This allows the flavors to blend perfectly, which makes it perfect for the perfect chilled chicken salad Mexican way.

Step 4: Serve

  • Serve in a variety inventive ways:
  • In taco shells tortillas or taco shells
  • Over romaine lettuce or iceberg
  • Inside avocado halves
  • On tostadas or crackers
  • With rice, to make the perfect Mexican dinner, chicken with rice and salad

Notes

Why You'll Love This Mexican Chicken Salad

  • Simple and quick and ready in under 30 minutes
  • Flexible to add more heat or maintain it at a moderate level
  • Make-ahead-friendly Ideal to store in the fridge and chill
  • Delicious and filling It is loaded with protein, fiber and healthy fats
  • Magic of meal prep It can be stored for up to 3 days.
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