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Southwestern Chicken Salad

Savory Southwestern Chicken Salad for Effortless Meal Prep

This Southwestern Chicken Salad is a protein-packed, gluten-free meal that's refreshing and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast cooked and shredded
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat preferred
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper finely diced
  • 1 cup Fire-Roasted Corn
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro omit if not liked
To Assemble
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips or Whole Wheat Toast for serving
  • Optional Toppings diced avocado or chopped jalapeños

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • forks or stand mixer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the chicken in a pot with water, salt, and pepper. Boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
  2. Shred the chicken using forks or a mixer, then place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
  4. Combine shredded chicken, black beans, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, and cilantro in the mixing bowl. Mix with the dressing until evenly coated.
  5. Chill the salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve on tortilla chips or whole wheat toast, adding optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 33gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a quicker option, shredded rotisserie chicken can be used. Make sure to adjust spices to taste and use fresh vegetables for the best flavor.

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