Chicken Taco Salad

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

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Are you looking for a vibrant and satisfying meal that caters to your dietary needs while bursting with flavor? Look no further than this delicious Chicken Taco Salad! Perfectly balanced, it brings together the savory goodness of both chicken breast and thigh, complemented by a colorful array of fresh vegetables and zesty toppings. This salad is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or casual gatherings.

Imagine sinking your fork into a bed of crispy romaine lettuce, topped with tender rotisserie chicken, hearty black beans, and sweet corn. Each bite is elevated by the refreshing crunch of radishes and the brightness of lime juice and fresh cilantro. And let’s not forget the crunchy tortilla strips that add a delightful texture to this already enticing dish!

With 331 calories per serving, this Chicken Taco Salad is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors that nourish your body and tantalize your taste buds. Whether enjoyed as a main course, a hearty lunch, or a side dish to share at your next picnic, this vibrant salad will leave your guests asking for seconds. Dive into this deliciously wholesome recipe today and experience a new favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup black beans organic rinsed drained
  • 1.5 cups rotisserie chicken breast shredded boneless skinless
  • 1.5 cups rotisserie chicken thigh boneless skinless chopped
  • 0.7 cup corn kernels frozen thawed
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup green onions sliced
  • 0.4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • teaspoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  •  radishes very thinly sliced
  • 0.7 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • cups romaine 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