Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad, where crunchy romaine lettuce meets savory grilled chicken, black beans, and sweet corn. Tossed in a zesty taco-flavored ranch dressing, this colorful salad is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing lunch. Packed with protein and topped with crispy tortilla chips, every bite is a delightful explosion of taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons mild taco seasoning
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 8 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 2 roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 green onions (sliced)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 cup tortilla chips (crushed)
Instructions
- For the dressing, whisk together ranch dressing and taco seasoning in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken pieces for about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper while cooking until fully cooked.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, tomatoes, corn, green onions, black beans, cheddar cheese, cilantro, and lime juice. Add the cooked chicken once slightly cooled.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad gradually while gently tossing to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately in individual bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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