Description
This Quick Southwest Chicken Salad combines shredded chicken with fresh veggies, black beans, corn, and a zesty Greek yogurt dressing, making a flavorful and healthy meal ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is vibrant, protein-packed, and bursting with Southwest-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Mixed greens for serving
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, corn kernels, rinsed and drained black beans, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined to create a creamy and tangy dressing.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then gently toss everything together to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.
- Serve the Salad: Arrange a bed of mixed greens on individual plates or a large serving platter, then spoon the dressed Southwest chicken mixture over the greens and serve immediately for a fresh and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use canned or frozen corn and black beans for convenience.
- Adjust the quantity of chili powder based on your preferred spice level.
- For additional texture, consider adding crushed tortilla chips on top before serving.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead; keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.
- Substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream or a dairy-free alternative to suit dietary preferences.
