Southwest Chicken Salad: A Flavorful Protein-Packed Delight

This Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish perfect for busy nights, combining smoky, zesty, and spicy flavors in under 25 minutes.

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Prep Time 25

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Southwestern

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 lb Cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver!
1 can Black beans 15.5 oz, drained and rinsed
1 can Corn 15.25 oz, drained
1 fresh Jalapeño Deseeded and finely chopped
1 cup Cherry tomatoes Cut into quarters
1 small Red onion Finely chopped
¼ cup Pumpkin seeds Consider sunflower seeds or chopped nuts as alternatives.

For the Dressing

¾ cup Greek yogurt Sour cream or dairy-free options are easy swaps.
2 fresh Limes Juiced
1 tablespoon Chili powder Can substitute cayenne pepper for more heat.
1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic yields a stronger taste.
1 teaspoon Cumin Coriander makes for an interesting alternative.
1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can bring a unique twist.
¼ teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing all flavors.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
spoon

Method

Preparation

In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, add all salad ingredients and gently fold together.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container with dressing separate for later.
Consider adding fresh greens before serving for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 33gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; feel free to swap ingredients to suit your taste.

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