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Southwestern Chicken Salad

Southwestern Chicken Salad: Quick, Creamy, and Protein-Packed

This Southwestern Chicken Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed meal that's quick to prepare and perfect for lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat for best flavor
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne optional
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 cup corn preferably fire-roasted
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Start by placing boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a large pot. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper, then cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Once cooked, transfer chicken to a mixing bowl and shred using two forks. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, diced red bell pepper, corn, and red onion to the dressing. Toss gently until well-coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled on whole wheat toast, in rice cakes, or wrapped in tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months, though texture may change upon thawing.

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