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Southwest Chicken Salad

Southwest Chicken Salad

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A quick, protein-packed salad with smoky Southwest flavors, perfect for meals and meal prep.

  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb cooked shredded chicken (about 23 breasts)
1 can (15.5 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 can (15.25 oz) corn (drained)
12 fresh jalapeños (seeded, chopped)
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
1/4 cup pepitas (or sunflower seeds)
3/4 cup mayo (or greek yogurt)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Add all dressing ingredients to a medium bowl. Mix until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, and pepitas.
  3. Pour dressing over ingredients and stir to combine.
  4. Serve on its own, in a sandwich, or over lettuce.

Notes

  • For best flavor, let salad chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free mayo or yogurt.
  • Author: Max Parker
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Southwest, Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 295 kcal
  • Sugar: 3.1 g
  • Sodium: 240 mg
  • Fat: 14.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 29 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg