CREAMY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

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From Kingman, Arizona, Vicki Ann Roehrick shares this tasty alternative to taco salad. The creamy chicken mixture is delicious served over lettuce and topped with tortilla chips. If jalapeno-flavored cream cheese and chopped jalapenos.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1/2 cup chopped jalapeno pepper
1 green onion, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 cartons (8 ounces each) whipped cream cheese
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 teaspoon salt
Shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken, jalapenos and onion in butter until chicken is no longer pink. , Add the cream cheese, tomatoes, salsa and salt; stir until blended. Serve over lettuce; sprinkle with cheese, olives and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Fat 30g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 944mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Princess S
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch.


Nic Corke
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it for lunch one day and it was still delicious the next day.


UsmanAbbasi UsmanAbbasi
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the combination of flavors is perfect.


Ryen Sanderson
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in. It's also a great source of protein. I always feel good after eating it.


Marvin Rice jr
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I love this salad! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Mathew Allotey Churcher
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bishwajeet Bishwajeet
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I made this salad for my husband's birthday dinner and he loved it. He said it was the best chicken salad he's ever had.


Casimir Stephano
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Bryson Helton
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I made this salad with grilled chicken and it was delicious. I also added some chopped red onion and cilantro. It was a great way to use up some leftover chicken and it was also very healthy.


Mandy Kenny
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I made it for lunch one day and it was still delicious the next day.


Chidimma Innocent
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise-based salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and tangy, and the combination of flavors is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.


ryu
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This salad is delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The dressing is so good and the combination of flavors is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Wendy Butler
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Mujahid abass
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This salad is amazing! I've made it twice now and both times it was a hit. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the chicken, corn, black beans, and avocado. The dressing is also perfect - it's creamy and tangy without being too