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    Home » Chicken Recipes

    Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe

    Published: Jul 23, 2015 · Modified: Jul 26, 2022 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    As a busy work at home mom, I don't have the time to make an elaborate lunch for myself. Sometimes this results in me grabbing some fast food or other equally less healthy options. But in less time than it takes to do that, I can make this flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe.

    This Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe is my favorite to make when I am short on time but still want something delicious and filling. Easy lunch idea! ReadySetChicken AD

    This salad could not be easier to put together. You just gather the ingredients and combine them in a large bowl. I love using a large white bowl.

    Easy chicken salad recipe

    I used a mix of romaine and iceberg lettuce for this salad for some variety, but you can use whatever you have on hand.

    Loving this Southwestern Chicken Salad Recipe!

    Tortilla strips make a crunchy addition to the salad and also add some festive color.

    salad in bowl

    I found a zesty chipotle dressing that added a bit of kick to my Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe, but ranch dressing would be yummy as well. This has become my go-to salad and when you see how easy it is to prepare, it might become yours as well!

    This Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe is my favorite to make when I am short on time but still want something delicious and filling. Easy lunch idea!

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    Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe

    This Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe is my favorite to make when I am short on time but still want something delicious and filling. Easy lunch idea! 
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 401kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups of romaine/iceberg mix
    • 6 oz Foster Farms® Refrigerated Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
    • ½ cup black beans drained and rinsed
    • ½ cup corn drained
    • 1 avocado sliced
    • ⅓ cup red onion chopped
    • ½ cup southwestern dressing or ranch dressing
    • ½ cup tortilla strips optional

    Instructions

    • Mix romaine and iceberg lettuce in a large bowl.
    • Drain and rinse black beans and drain corn. Add to salad.
    • Peel and slice avocado and add to salad.
    • Add chopped red onion to salad.
    • Add Foster Farms® Refrigerated Grilled Chicken Breast Strips.
    • Add dressing to salad and toss.
    • If desired, add tortilla strips.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 465mg | Potassium: 688mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5625IU | Vitamin C: 13.3mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1.9mg
    Try this Recipe! Pin it for Later.Mention @vickycat or tag #messforless!
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    1. matt taylor

      August 14, 2017 at 12:28 am

      wow this is awesome! Let me try this one

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    Hi, I'm Vicky, the founder and content creator at Mess For Less. If you are looking for family-friendly recipes, recipes that kids can make, and play and learning activities for kids, you will find them at Mess For Less. I invite you to learn more about me. Thanks for stopping by!

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    • How to Make Spotted Easter Eggs
    • M&M Easter Cookies
    • Shaving Cream Easter Eggs

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    • How to Make a Paper Butterfly - Easy Craft for Kids

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