Mexican-Style Chicken Salad
Description
This fresh and flavorful Mexican-style chicken salad combines juicy seasoned chicken, crisp vegetables, black beans, sweet corn, and a zesty lime dressing. It’s packed with protein, colorful ingredients, and bold Tex-Mex flavors, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
For the Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, corn, black beans, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Q&A
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Store the dressing separately and add the avocado just before serving.
Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
A: Absolutely. Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick and convenient.
Q: What can I serve with it?
A: Tortilla chips, warm tortillas, Mexican rice, or grilled vegetables pair wonderfully with this salad.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 320 per serving