Layered Mexican Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Layered Mexican Chicken Salad
30 min.
4
696kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a vibrant and delicious dish? Look no further than this Layered Mexican Chicken Salad! Perfectly gluten-free and packed with flavor, this salad is not just a meal; it's a fiesta on your plate. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a colorful and satisfying dish that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or a casual get-together with friends.

This salad features a delightful combination of shredded lettuce, tender rotisserie chicken, and hearty red kidney beans, all layered to create a feast for the eyes and the palate. The hint-of-lime tortilla chips add a satisfying crunch, while the creamy ranch dressing mixed with taco seasoning brings a zesty kick that ties all the flavors together. Topped with fresh grape or cherry tomatoes, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, this Layered Mexican Chicken Salad is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome choice for your meal plan. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a main course for dinner, or a standout dish for your next gathering, this salad is sure to impress. Dive into this delightful recipe and enjoy a taste of Mexico right at your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup ranch dressing 
  • 6.3 oz beef broth 25%
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • 15 oz beans red rinsed drained canned
  • 1.5 cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded skinless ()
  • cup tortilla chips white crushed (from)
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded mexican-style
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix dressing and taco seasoning mix.
  2. On large serving platter or individual serving plates, layer remaining ingredients except tomatoes.
  3. Drizzle with dressing.
  4. Sprinkle with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories696kcal
Protein23.16%
Fat53.39%
Carbs23.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
5.68
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.790869640267%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:696.25kcal
34.81%
Fat:41.81g
64.32%
Saturated Fat:10.78g
67.36%
Carbohydrates:41.31g
13.77%
Net Carbohydrates:33.13g
12.05%
Sugar:6.55g
7.27%
Cholesterol:123.8mg
41.27%
Sodium:1342.3mg
58.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.81g
81.62%
Vitamin K:89.25µg
85%
Phosphorus:404.86mg
40.49%
Fiber:8.18g
32.73%
Calcium:275.74mg
27.57%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.2%
Magnesium:72.1mg
18.02%
Potassium:612.34mg
17.5%
Vitamin E:2.34mg
15.6%
Folate:59.88µg
14.97%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.28%
Zinc:2.12mg
14.13%
Iron:2.49mg
13.83%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.5%
Vitamin A:657.3IU
13.15%
Selenium:8.43µg
12.04%
Copper:0.23mg
11.59%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.61%
Vitamin B5:1mg
9.98%
Vitamin C:7.11mg
8.62%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.09%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.05%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.24%