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Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 21 minute

Ingredients

– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, or your choice)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup corn (canned or fresh)
– 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Lime wedges for serving


Instructions

Creating Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing is simple and enjoyable. Follow these easy steps to make your salad:

1. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, add mixed greens as the base.
4. Add the Vegetables: Layer cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, and shredded cheese over the greens.
5. Add the Chicken: Once cooked, layer the seasoned chicken on top of the salad.
6. Drizzle the Dressing: Pour the creamy lime-cilantro dressing over the salad just before serving.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle with additional cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
8. Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients. Serve immediately.

These steps will guide you to create a delicious and visually appealing Loaded Chicken Taco Salad effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g