Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad
This bold and creamy Southwest Chicken Salad is packed with tender chicken, corn, black beans, tomatoes, and fresh herbs tossed in a zesty lime and taco-spiced mayo dressing. Perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, or lettuce wraps!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken approx. 1 lb
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, corn, black beans, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, taco seasoning, and lime juice.
- Pour dressing over the chicken mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill before serving if desired.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/zesty-southwest-chicken-salad/
Notes
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Great as a sandwich filling, tortilla wrap, or lettuce cup.
- Add diced avocado or jalapeño for extra flavor and kick.
- Stores well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.