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Quick Southwestern Chicken Salad

Zesty Quick Southwestern Chicken Salad for Busy Weeknights

This Quick Southwestern Chicken Salad combines tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and bold spices for a healthy, vibrant meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Fresh or thawed frozen works best.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Plain Greek Yogurt Substitute with skyr for thicker consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional.
For the Salad
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse before use.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Chopped finely.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Canned or fresh.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Diced finely.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Add last.

Equipment

  • pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the chicken in a pot covered with water, season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Shred after resting for 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together yogurt, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne until smooth.
  3. Combine shredded chicken, black beans, red bell pepper, corn, and red onion in a bowl, add dressing, and toss to coat.
  4. Chill the salad in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This salad is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Add cilantro just before serving for freshness.

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