Quick & Easy Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
Looking for a healthy, protein-packed, and flavor-loaded lunch idea? This Southwest Chicken Salad is the perfect combo of spicy, creamy, and fresh made with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for meal prep, light dinners, or a quick weekday lunch!
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked & shredded
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 ripe avocado, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup salsa
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp chili powder
Salt & black pepper to taste
Lettuce leaves for serving
Directions:
Cook & Shred the Chicken:
Pan-cook chicken breasts over medium heat until golden and cooked through. Let cool, then shred.
Build the Salad Base:
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, avocado, and tomatoes.
Make the Creamy Southwest Dressing:
Whisk together sour cream, salsa, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Toss It All Together:
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
Serve & Enjoy:
Scoop onto lettuce leaves or enjoy in a wrap or bowl. Serve chilled or fresh!
Ready in Just 25 Minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Servings: 4–6
Calories: ~290 kcal per serving
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