Description
Mexican Chicken Salad is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, fresh veggies, and zesty lime for a flavor-packed meal. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this salad is not only delicious but also visually stunning. With its mix of textures and colors, every bite is a fiesta for your taste buds. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 medium red onion, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by grilling or boiling until fully cooked (165°F). Let cool before shredding.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with lime juice and chili powder; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped veggies, corn, and cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil and add dressing.
- Toss gently until well combined. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve in bowls or plates with additional lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg