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Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing

Savor Every Bite of Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing

Enjoy the vibrant Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing, a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts can substitute with ground chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning adjust to preference
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce any lettuce can be used as substitute
  • 1 cup Tomatoes diced, can use vine-ripened, Roma, or cherry
  • 1 cup Canned Corn fresh or frozen corn works as a substitute
  • 1 cup Canned Black Beans drained and rinsed, can swap with kidney beans
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack and cheddar suggested
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips crushed Doritos or plain tortilla chips
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise can use light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh lime juice preferred
  • ¼ cup Cilantro can omit if not preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar optional, adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with taco seasoning. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  3. Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. On a large serving platter, create a bed with the chopped romaine lettuce. Layer with diced tomatoes, drained canned corn, and rinsed black beans.
  5. Add diced avocado, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and toss in crushed tortilla chips.
  6. Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the salad.
  7. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and chopped cilantro until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the creamy dressing generously over the salad, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize ingredients to your taste and dress the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.

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