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Southwest Flavored Chicken Salad

Zesty Southwest Flavored Chicken Salad for Easy Meal Prep

Enjoy Southwest Flavored Chicken Salad, a vibrant mix of shredded chicken, black beans, and colorful veggies, perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken use rotisserie or canned for convenience
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn fresh or canned, drained
  • 1 medium jalapeño adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/2 medium red onion or sub green onions
  • 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds) substitute sunflower seeds if desired
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt Greek yogurt makes it dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice use fresh for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cumin a key flavor
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the mayo or Greek yogurt with fresh lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss to combine.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and fold gently until everything is coated.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This salad is meal prep friendly and can be stored in an airtight container for 4-5 days in the fridge. Adjust spice levels to personal preference and enjoy fresh.

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