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Southwest Chicken Salad


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  • Author: annika
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful twist on your everyday salad, packed with proteins, fresh veggies, and healthy fats.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing or Southwest dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, and avocado.
  2. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
  3. Drizzle the ranch or Southwest dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor. Fresh veggies are essential for crunch.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg