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Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad

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A flavorful and vibrant Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh veggies, black beans, corn, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup iceberg lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup canned corn, drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup tortilla strips (optional, for topping)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix ranch dressing, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine and iceberg lettuce.
  3. Add chopped chicken, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, cheddar cheese, cilantro, and avocado.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
  5. Top with tortilla strips if using.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Add jalapeños for extra heat.
  • To make it lighter, use low-fat dressing or Greek yogurt-based dressing.

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Keywords: Tex-Mex salad, chicken chopped salad, healthy salad, summer salad, easy Tex-Mex recipe

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