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Zesty Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad

A bold and fresh salad featuring chicken, beans, cheese, and a creamy homemade dressing. Ideal for meal prepping or weekly dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Salad bowl
  • Small bowl or jar
  • Whisk or spoon

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 6 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1½ cups corn
  • 1½ cups black beans
  • 1½ cups chopped tomatoes 225g
  • 1 avocado diced
  • ½ red onion diced
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 handful chopped cilantro

For the Dressing

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt nonfat
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ jalapeño finely diced
  • 2 heaping teaspoons taco seasoning mild
  • Salt to taste and if needed

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, vinegar, garlic, lime juice, jalapeño, and taco seasoning. Mix until smooth, adding salt to taste.
  • Add chopped romaine to a salad bowl, ensuring it is well-dried.

Assembly

  • Layer chicken, corn, beans, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and cheese over romaine. Top with cilantro.
  • Before serving, add tortilla chips for crunch.

Serving

  • Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately in bowls.

Notes

Use rotisserie or leftover chicken. Swap cilantro with parsley if preferred. Adjust spiciness with jalapeño and taco seasoning levels.