Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Chicken Black Bean and Corn Salad with Chipotle Mayonnaise, a symphony of zesty, smoky, and refreshing ingredients. This tantalizing salad features tender chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, crisp red onion, and a burst of freshness from cilantro. The star of the show is the chipotle mayonnaise, a creamy and flavorful dressing that adds a smoky kick to every bite. Served atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, this salad is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or even a flavorful taco filling. The recipe includes detailed instructions for preparing the chicken, dressing, and assembling the salad, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor. Additionally, the article offers a delightful variation using grilled shrimp instead of chicken, providing a seafood twist to this versatile dish.
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MEXICAN CHICKEN SALAD (CHIPOTLE COPYCAT RECIPE)
This delicious Mexican Chicken Salad is a copycat of the hearty and super popular salad from Chipotle. Easy and so tasty!
Provided by Becky Hardin
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl or sealable plastic bag, combine the chicken, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or as long as overnight.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken pieces for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan.
- Prepare the fajita veggies: To the same pan, add in the olive oil, peppers, onion, oregano, and salt. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and caramelized.
- Prepare the beans: Add the beans, chili powder, cumin, and lime juice to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the beans for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated. Taste and add salt if needed.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a jar or bowl.
- Assemble the salad: Place 2 heaping cups of salad greens on each plate. Top with chicken, black beans, fajita veggies, and additional toppings like salsa, sour cream, guacamole, pico, and cheese. Drizzle dressing over each salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Sodium 1168 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD
Here in California, we cook out year-round. I grill extra chicken specifically for this quick meal. It's so colorful and fresh-tasting that even our kids love it. -Cindie Ekstrand, Duarte, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients; set aside. , In a large bowl, toss the beans, corn, red pepper and onions; set aside., Arrange romaine on individual plates; top with bean mixture and chicken. Drizzle with dressing; garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 14g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK CORN SALAD
This sensational salad is a delight to serve because you can make it ahead and it's an easy way to put garden bounty to good use. With colorful ingredients like corn, tomato and green pepper, it's also pretty in the bowl and on your plate. -Rita Reifenstein, Evans City, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine vegetables; stir in dressing. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BLACK BEAN, CORN & CHICKEN SALAD
Delicious salad that can be served warm or cold. I serve it with olive oil tortillas and sour cream. I think that I found this recipe in a magazine a few years back. Truly delicious, and very healthy.
Provided by Jake and Aimee
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare all vegetables.
- Dice chicken (I usually cook the chicken while I am preparing the vegetables, then I dice it while it's warm).
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together.
- Let it sit for a few minutes. (The warmth of the chicken will heat the salad and help the flavors to marry quickly. You can let this sit for about 10 mins or put it in the fridge overnight.).
- Stir to redistribute the ingredients.
- Serve with tortillas (avocado & sour cream go well too.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.9, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 84.5, Carbohydrate 79.7, Fiber 21.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 47.8
BLACK BEAN CHICKEN SALAD
A refreshing mix of beans, garden veggies and chicken is tossed with a light lime vinaigrette in this satisfying salad that's sure to be a winner on hot summer days! Jean Ecos of Harland, Wisconsin shared the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and cheese. In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the chipotle mayonnaise, use high-quality mayonnaise and chipotle peppers in adobo. You can adjust the amount of chipotle peppers to taste.
- If you don't have any fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro. However, fresh cilantro will give the salad a more vibrant flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as diced bell peppers, cucumbers, or red onions.
- You can use canned or frozen corn in this salad. If using canned corn, be sure to drain and rinse it well.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This chicken black bean and corn salad with chipotle mayonnaise is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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