SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

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My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked in a pita or rolled up in a tortilla. -Sara Hobbs, West Tawakoni, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1 cup chopped red or sweet onion
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
SALADS:
Torn mixed salad greens and sliced almonds
PITAS:
Whole wheat pita pocket halves and lettuce leaves
WRAPS:
Whole wheat tortillas and sliced ripe avocado

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve as desired., Salads: Top salad greens with chicken salad; sprinkle with almonds., Pitas: Line pita halves with lettuce leaves; fill with chicken salad., Wraps: Place chicken salad off-center on tortillas; top with avocado. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mr Franklin Israel
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Ahmar Butt
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I love the addition of the avocado to this salad. It gives it a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats.


Ornob Biswas
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great salad to make ahead of time for a quick and easy meal.


Lorvlie Desgraves
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was so good! I love the zesty dressing. It's a great salad for a light and healthy lunch.


Suman Bhai
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This salad is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the chicken, black beans, corn, and avocado. It's a great salad for a summer cookout.


Garikai Kaitano
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Bfjcc Vjfffh
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of the chicken, black beans, corn, and avocado. It's a great salad for a summer cookout.


Robert Laporte
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! It's a great salad for a weeknight meal.


lisa-ann james
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


nakabuye annet
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I love the addition of the avocado to this salad. It gives it a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats.


Zachary Wright
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great salad to make ahead of time for a quick and easy meal.


Mr Monster
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was so good! I love the zesty dressing. It's a great salad for a light and healthy lunch.


God'spower Itua
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This salad is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the chicken, black beans, corn, and avocado. It's a great salad for a summer cookout.


Kj Chidimaha
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Shah Keel
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's a great way to use up leftovers and make a healthy meal.


Gezim Sallaku
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the black beans and corn. It gave the salad a nice Southwestern flavor.


Keyanna Pierre
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This salad was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were so well-balanced and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


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