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Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad

Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad: Quick, Zesty Comfort Bowl

A vibrant Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad packed with fresh ingredients and zesty flavors, perfect for quick meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 breasts Chicken cut into bite-size pieces
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce can substitute with iceberg
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels can substitute frozen corn
  • 2 medium Roma Tomatoes can use cherry tomatoes
  • 4 stalks Green Onions can replace with red onion
  • 1 can Black Beans canned or pre-cooked
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese can omit for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning use homemade for spice control
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing can swap for yogurt-based dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice can use lemon juice as substitute
For Topping
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips use baked for a healthier twist

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • large salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ranch dressing and taco seasoning until well combined. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces for about 12 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper, then let cool.
  3. In a large salad bowl, toss together romaine, corn, tomatoes, green onions, black beans, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
  4. Add the cooled chicken to the salad. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
  5. Scoop into serving bowls and top with crushed tortilla chips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days without dressing to maintain freshness.

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