Description
Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly combines shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for light lunches, casual dinners, or gatherings, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. With its blend of colorful ingredients and southwest spices, it promises a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or serving at events. Enjoy it on its own, as a wrap, or with tortilla chips for a delightful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken
- 1 can (14.5 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ⅓ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 large lime
- hot sauce
- chili powder
- ground cumin
- kosher salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: sour cream, lime juice, hot sauce, chili powder, cumin, and salt until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to enhance the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg