Description
A vibrant and flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad combining tender cooked chicken, black beans, corn, fresh vegetables, and a zesty blend of spices, topped with creamy Greek yogurt and BBQ sauce. This high-protein, high-fiber salad is perfect for a healthy meal prep or a quick lunch served with avocado and crushed tortillas.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn
- ½ cup tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
Dressing and Seasoning
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp low sugar BBQ sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ lime, juiced (optional)
Toppings
- Avocado, diced
- Crushed tortillas
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed cooked chicken breast, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and shredded cheddar cheese. This forms the hearty base of your Southwest Chicken Salad.
- Add Dressing and Seasoning: Top the ingredients with plain Greek yogurt and low sugar BBQ sauce. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, paprika, and chili powder to infuse it with southwestern flavors.
- Add Lime Juice and Mix: Drizzle fresh lime juice over the salad if desired to add a subtle tang. Stir everything well to ensure all ingredients and seasonings are evenly combined.
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the salad and top with diced avocado for creaminess and crushed tortillas for a crunchy texture. Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Notes
- This salad is high in protein and fiber, making it an excellent option for meal prep lunches.
- Add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and prevent browning.
- Enjoy the salad with tortilla chips or crushed tortillas for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 299 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 381 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 74 mg
