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Quick Southwest Chicken Salad

Quick Southwest Chicken Salad

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Not your average chicken salad! This quick Southwest Chicken Salad recipe is made with shredded chicken, flavorful spices, and a handful of vegetables and protein. Serve it on its own, in a sandwich, wrap, or over a bed of lettuce for a healthy, refreshing meal.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked shredded chicken (about 2–3 breasts)
  • 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15.25 oz) corn, drained
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and chopped
  • ¾ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • ½ cup red onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup pepitas or sunflower seeds

Dressing

  • ¾ cup mayo or Greek yogurt (dairy-free or regular)
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Add all of the ingredients for the dressing into a medium bowl. Mix until combined.
  2. In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, and pepitas.
  3. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and stir to combine.
  4. Serve on its own, in a sandwich, or over lettuce. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Great for meal prep – store in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.
  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • *Find out 4 easy ways to shred chicken that can be used in this recipe and other chicken salad recipes.
  • **Nutrition information is estimated and should only be used as an approximation.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Main Course
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American