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southwest crispy chicken salad recipe
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Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad Recipe

This hearty Southwest Crispy Chicken Salad recipe is a satisfying meal that’s full of flavor and packed with texture. It’s topped with a creamy Southwest dressing that coats every last bite.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 528kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • lb Breaded Chicken Tenders frozen or homemade, prepared and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh or frozen
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • teaspoon Pepper
  • 6 cups Romaine Lettuce washed and cut into 1" pieces
  • cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Tomato diced
  • 1 cup Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • ¼ cup Red Onions chopped
  • 1 large Avocado diced
  • 2 cups Tortilla Strips or crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 Lime cut into wedges

Southwest Dressing

  • ¾ cup Ranch Dressing
  • ¾ cup Salsa

Instructions

  • Prepare the frozen Chicken Tenders according to package instructions and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Meanwhile, heat a saucepan over medium heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the frozen (or fresh) corn and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until lightly sauteed and warm. Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce, sauteed corn, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, black beans, onions, avocado, and prepared chicken tenders.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and salsa until well combined, then drizzle over the salad.
  • Top with tortilla strips and a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 866mg | Potassium: 969mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4651IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 2mg