Chicken Taco Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Chicken Taco Salad
25 min.
6
331kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a vibrant and satisfying dish? Look no further than this delicious Chicken Taco Salad! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option for those with dietary restrictions. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a colorful salad that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.

This salad is a delightful combination of tender rotisserie chicken, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all tossed together with fresh vegetables like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy red bell peppers, and zesty radishes. The addition of fresh cilantro and green onions adds a burst of flavor, while the homemade lime dressing ties everything together beautifully. And let’s not forget the crunchy tortilla strips that provide the perfect texture contrast!

With only 331 calories per serving, this Chicken Taco Salad is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish, or a main course, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a bowl full of flavor that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup black beans organic rinsed drained
  • 1.5 cups chicken breast shredded boneless skinless
  • 1.5 cups strips. boneless skinless chopped
  • 0.7 cup corn kernels frozen thawed
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion sliced
  • 0.4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  •  radishes very thinly sliced
  • 0.7 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce chopped
  • cup salsa verde 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Cut tortillas into 1/4-inch-thick strips.
  3. Place tortillas on a jelly-roll pan. Lightly coat tortillas with cooking spray; sprinkle with chipotle pepper.
  4. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes, stirring after 5 minutes. Cool.
  5. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add salsa and cheese to pan; cook 4 minutes or until cheese melts, stirring to combine. Stir in chicken; cook 1 minute. Stir in onions and 1 tablespoon lime juice.
  7. Remove chicken mixture from pan; keep warm. Rinse pan with water. Return pan to medium-high heat.
  8. Add 2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat.
  9. Add beans, corn, and red bell pepper to pan; saut 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  10. Combine remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large bowl; stir with a whisk.
  11. Add lettuce to bowl; toss to coat.
  12. Place about 1 cup lettuce mixture on each of 6 plates; top each serving with about 3/4 cup chicken mixture and 1/3 cup corn mixture.
  13. Sprinkle with tortilla strips and radishes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories331kcal
Protein26.61%
Fat43.35%
Carbs30.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.75
Glycemic Load
6.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.372173957203%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
1.26mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Quercetin
2.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:330.6kcal
16.53%
Fat:16.02g
24.64%
Saturated Fat:3.55g
22.16%
Carbohydrates:24.97g
8.32%
Net Carbohydrates:19.64g
7.14%
Sugar:4.98g
5.53%
Cholesterol:81.96mg
27.32%
Sodium:418.17mg
18.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.12g
44.24%
Vitamin A:5082.49IU
101.65%
Vitamin K:71.81µg
68.4%
Vitamin B3:7.71mg
38.57%
Selenium:25.29µg
36.13%
Vitamin C:28.79mg
34.89%
Vitamin B6:0.66mg
32.78%
Phosphorus:312.26mg
31.23%
Folate:118.11µg
29.53%
Fiber:5.33g
21.32%
Potassium:667.2mg
19.06%
Magnesium:66.65mg
16.66%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.87%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.14%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.01%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.7%
Zinc:1.77mg
11.8%
Iron:2.02mg
11.22%
Copper:0.16mg
8.18%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Calcium:58.13mg
5.81%
Source:My Recipes