Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing that’s quick, healthy, and utterly delicious. This tantalizing salad combines seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing to create a meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that everyone will love. The best part? It’s highly customizable, allowing you to make it uniquely yours by adding your favorite toppings or adjusting the ingredients based on what you have at home. Enjoy this colorful, nutrient-packed salad as a refreshing main course or as a side at your next event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1.25-ounce packet taco seasoning (divided)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 or 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 cup canned corn (drained)
- 1/2 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium Hass avocado (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1 cup seasoned tortilla chips (crushed)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- On a large platter, layer romaine lettuce, tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and taco seasoning until smooth. Stir in minced cilantro.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg