Southwest Chicken Salad

Southwest Chicken Salad

Packed with tender shredded chicken, crisp veggies, hearty black beans, and a zesty, spiced dressing, this Southwest Chicken Salad is a deliciously easy meal. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, or even as a dip with tortilla chips!

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Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: Southwest Chicken Salad

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 406kcal

Ingredients

2 cups (about 1 pound) cooked and shredded chicken
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp taco seasoning
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Gently toss everything together.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, taco seasoning, and lime juice until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-2 hours for enhanced flavor.

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