Best 20 Chicken Taco Salad Recipes

GRILLED CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Mix black beans, salsa, 1/2 cup cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl; set aside.
• Stir chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and olive oil in a bowl until smooth; rub mixture over chicken breasts.
• Cook chicken breasts on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). While the chicken is cooking, place tortillas on grill and grill until lightly brown on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into long thin strips. Divide chicken strips over tortillas and top with bean mixture, lettuce, and remaining 1/2 cup cilantro. Serve with avocado, lime wedges, and sour cream.

TACO CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD WRAPS

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, chili powder, paprika, cumin and some salt and pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is evenly coated with the spices, browned and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside.
• To make the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, adobo sauce, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl until well combined. Add the romaine lettuce and toss until well coated. Then add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan and toss again.
• Lay out the tortillas and top each one with half of the dressed romaine, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese and taco chicken. Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Roll up the tortillas, leaving one end open, then wrap in sandwich paper, leaving 1 to 2 inches of the wrap open and exposed. Enjoy, removing the paper as needed. To transport, cover each wrap entirely in foil.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• In small bowl, beat dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
• In large bowl, mix salad ingredients except corn chips. Add dressing; toss until coated. Sprinkle with corn chips.

CHICKEN AND RICE TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Season chicken breasts with your favorite taco seasoning and cook in a large skillet until well done.
• Once chicken is cooked, remove from the skillet and add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add contents from Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice in skillet and follow package directions.
• Layer a large bowl with tortilla chips (optional), cooked chicken, Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice, corn, black beans, lettuce, tomato and cheddar cheese. Mix well and serve with sour cream or salsa if desired.

CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt and chili powder.
• Broil 2 minutes or until done.
• Cool and cut into strips.
• In a bowl, toss lettuce with chicken, cucumber and cheese.
• To serve, top with salsa, tomato, green onions, dressing and crushed tortilla chips.

MANGO CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Toss together the beans, corn, tomatoes and 3 tablespoons of the Mexican Style Mango Chipotle Vinaigrette. Let sit, tossing occasionally, until juicy, about 10 minutes.
• Divide the lettuce among 6 bowls and top with the bean mixture and juices, chicken, cheese and tortilla chips. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette.

EASY CROCK POT CHICKEN & BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Place the chicken in the slow cooker and season with taco seasoning and cumin. Pour the beans over the chicken and top with salsa. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with 2 forks. Shred the chicken and combine with the beans and sauce, keep warm until ready to eat. Makes 3 1/2 cups. To serve, place the chopped lettuce on a plate or in a bowl. Top with some of the chicken, shredded cheese and salad dressing.

CHICKEN TACO MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely., For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, taco seasoning, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine chicken, peppers and macaroni. Add dressing; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Top with cilantro if desired.

CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN TACO SALAD WITH CREAMY BAJA CATALINA DRESSING RECIPE

Steps:

• Prepare Cilantro Lime Chicken according to directions, reserving 1 tablespoon marinade for dressing. Slice or chop cooked chicken. Meanwhile, whisk together all of the Dressing ingredients in a medium bowl, including the 1 tablespoon reserved Cilantro Lime Marinade. Store in the refrigerator. Best if chilled at least 30 minutes. May keep in an airtight container up to 7 days. To assemble, add the Salad Ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. Drizzle individual servings with desired amount of dressing. Season with additional salt, pepper, hot sauce and/or lime juice to taste. Recipe Notes *For more of a vinaigrette, you may sub the mayo and sour cream for canola oil

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Dressing: Combine first 7 ingredients, stirring well.
• Salad: Combine lettuce and remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
• Drizzle dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
• Serve immediately.

CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet, bring water to a boil. Reduce heat; add chicken. Poach, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain and cool slightly. Cut chicken into cubes., In a small bowl, combine the cilantro, onion, lime juice, oil, pepper sauce, lime peel, taco seasoning and chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Just before serving, toss the chicken mixture with the lettuce, tomato, cheese and peanuts.

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Mix seasonings; rub over chicken. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add broth. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred with 2 forks. Serve over romaine; top as desired.

CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange chicken in a single layer in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder and salt. Stir together orange juice, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon oil, and half of the garlic; pour over chicken. Bake, basting occasionally, until chicken is cooked, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, 10 minutes; shred with two forks.
• Meanwhile, char corn over flame of a gas stove, turning with tongs, until blackened and blistering, about 3 minutes per cob. Transfer to a plate until cool enough to handle. Remove kernels: Working 1 ear at a time, stand corn in a wide shallow bowl; with a sharp knife, slice downward to remove kernels. Season with salt.
• Soak onion in remaining 3 tablespoons lime juice and pickling liquid, about 5 minutes. Whisk in 1/3 cup oil and remaining 1/8 teaspoon ancho chili powder. Season with salt. Set aside dressing.
• In a medium skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add remaining garlic, cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add beans; toss to coat and heat through, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in 2 tablespoons lime dressing.
• In a mixing bowl, toss lettuce and chopped cilantro with 6 tablespoons dressing. Season with salt. Divide lettuce among 4 bowls. Line half of each bowl with 1/2 cup tortilla chips. Divide chicken, corn, beans, tomato, avocado, and cheese among 4 bowls. Top with cilantro leaves and pickled jalapenos. Drizzle with additional dressing, if desired. Serve immediately.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• To prepare dressing, combine first 7 ingredients, stirring well. To prepare salad, combine lettuce and remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately. Tip: Add a spoonful of adobo sauce for a spicier salad. Kidney or pinto beans also taste great in this dish.

TACO CHICKEN RANCH SALAD

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet on a medium-high heat.
• Brown chicken and add chili powder.
• Cook until chicken is brown on all sides.
• Toss chicken mixture in a large bowl with the green salad.
• Add dressing and cheese.
• Toss well together.
• Place in 6 individual plates.
• Top with crushed tortilla chips before serving.

CHICKEN TACO SLAW SALAD

Steps:

• For dressing, combine the first 8 ingredients, making sure to mix very well.
• Add the salsa and combine well.
• Cover and keep refrigerated until ready to use (make sure you stir or shake the dressing before serving).
• In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 T-2 T olive oil over medium-high heat.
• In a medium-sized bowl or plastic ziploc bag, add chicken, cumin, barbecue seasoning, cayenne pepper, if using, sea salt and black pepper; shake to coat chicken.
• Toss the chicken mixture in the skillet and cook until nicely browned and it is no longer pink in the middle, about 10-15 minutes.
• In large salad bowl, add broccoli slaw and then layer the beans, chickpeas, corn, cilantro, onions, tomatoes, cumcumber and chicken.
• Squeeze the juice of the lime over the entire salad.
• Top with the amount of dressing you prefer (you may not want all of the dressing on the salad, depending on your taste).
• Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream and cheese, if desired.

NEELY'S CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onions, red bell peppers, garlic and jalapeno and saute until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken and saute until browned, breaking it up with the back of a wooden spoon as you cook. Stir in the chili powder and cumin and let toast for a few stirs. Add the beans and let cook until warmed through.
• Mix the yogurt and salsa together in a small bowl.
• Toss the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, tortilla chips, cheese, cilantro, sauteed chicken and bean mixture all in a large bowl and dress with the yogurt and salsa.

BAJA CHICKEN SALAD WITH TACO VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine the taco seasoning mix, light brown sugar, 1/2 cup olive oil, and cider vinegar; blend well.
• Place chicken pieces in a medium, shallow bowl.
• Pour 1/2 cup of the seasoning mixture over the chicken.
• Reserve remaining mixture for the dressing.
• In a medium skillet, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
• With a slotted spoon, remove chicken from seasoning mixture and discard remainder of mixture.
• Add chicken to the skillet, cooking and stirring for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink in the center.
• In a large bowl, combine the baby greens, grape tomatoes, and red onion.
• Add reserved seasoning mixture and toss to coat.
• On a serving platter, arrange salad mixture and top with chicken, cheese, sour cream, avocado, and black olives.
• Arrange blue tortilla chips around the salad.

TACO CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, salsa and sour cream. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Combine the seasonings; sprinkle over chicken. In a nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil for 3 minutes on each side. Add peppers; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear. Drizzle with lime juice; keep warm., In a large bowl, toss the romaine, cheese, cabbage, tomato and carrot. Add chicken mixture. Serve over chips; drizzle with dressing.

CHICKEN BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl & mix well (or you can toss them all in a food processor & blend.).
• Layer salad ingredients, & top with vinaigrette.
• Enjoy!
• (To make lighter, you can reduce oil to 1 T, and skip the cheese!).