Description
Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings all your favorite taco flavors into a fresh salad. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With juicy taco-seasoned chicken, colorful veggies, and a zesty creamy dressing, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. Customize it with your choice of ingredients to fit your taste or dietary needs, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.25-ounce packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Hass avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- For the dressing: mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with taco seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes until fully cooked. Set aside.
- On a large platter, layer romaine lettuce and top with diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, shredded cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and remaining taco seasoning to make the dressing. Stir in minced cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg