favorite southwest chicken salad

3 Pinches
Deep In The Heart of, TX
Updated on Jul 29, 2022

This makes a great light brunch/lunch salad.

prep time 15 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (i like to use jarred roasted red bell peppers)
  • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, drained or thawed frozen corn)
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
  • 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
  • 1-2 avocados, chopped
  • DRESSING
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1/4 can fresh cilantro, chopped

How To Make favorite southwest chicken salad

  • Step 1
    Wash, spin and chop romaine lettuce and distribute among 4 plates.
  • Step 2
    Gently toss the beans, corn and chicken together and add dressing to taste. Place chicken mixture on top of romaine. Add chopped avocado (cilantro if desired) on top and add additional dressing if needed.
  • Step 3
    Top salad with crushed tortilla chips, if desired.

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