Description
Shredded Chicken Taco Salad is a colorful and satisfying dish that will brighten up any meal. Featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, this salad is drizzled with fresh lime juice for an extra zing. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, it’s not only nutritious but also customizable to suit various tastes. Enjoy this easy-to-make salad that promises to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat. Add the chicken seasoned with taco seasoning; sear each side for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before shredding the chicken.
- While the chicken cools, chop romaine lettuce, slice cherry tomatoes in half, and dice the avocado.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and avocado. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and toss gently.
- Serve immediately in bowls or plates; add toppings like cheese or tortilla strips if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg