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Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe

Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
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A vibrant and flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad combining shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty creamy dressing with a hint of spice. Perfect as a salad, dip, or filling for wraps and lettuce cups.

Ingredients

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Protein & Beans

  • 2 cans chicken (drained and flaked) or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1/2 cup corn (canned or thawed from frozen)
  • 1/3 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion or green onions (finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 small avocado (diced, add just before serving)

Dressing & Seasoning

  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp hot sauce or chipotle sauce
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, avocado, lime juice, mayo or Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, and hot sauce. Stir well until everything is evenly coated and mixed together.
  2. Chill (Optional): For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for about 15 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld together nicely. This step is optional but highly recommended for a more harmonious taste.
  3. Serve: Enjoy the Southwest Chicken Salad in your preferred way—served with tortilla chips, spooned onto crostini, or wrapped in lettuce leaves or tortillas for a light, fresh meal.

Notes

  • Use mayo for a richer, creamier texture or Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier option.
  • Add avocado just before serving to maintain its fresh texture and prevent browning.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity according to your preferred spice level.
  • This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Great served chilled or at room temperature.
  • Perfect as a dip, sandwich filling, or salad topping.

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