Southwestern Chicken Taco Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Southwestern Chicken Taco Salad
25 min.
4
489kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a vibrant and satisfying dish? Look no further than this Southwestern Chicken Taco Salad! Bursting with flavor and packed with nutritious ingredients, this gluten-free recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal without the hassle. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a colorful salad that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body.

This salad features a delightful blend of romaine and leaf lettuce, tender southwestern-seasoned chicken breast strips, and a medley of fresh vegetables, including juicy plum tomatoes and zesty olives. Topped with a creamy dressing made from thick and chunky salsa and sour cream, every bite is a fiesta of flavors. And let’s not forget the satisfying crunch of chili-flavored corn chips that add the perfect finishing touch!

With only 489 calories per serving, this dish is a fantastic option for a light lunch, a hearty side dish, or even a main course that will leave you feeling full and satisfied. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a delicious meal at home, this Southwestern Chicken Taco Salad is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a taste of the Southwest!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup salsa thick
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • 10 oz the of 1 cos lettuce 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • oz chicken tenderloins frozen thawed cooked
  • 2.3 oz olives ripe drained sliced canned
  •  plum tomatoes cut into quarters (Roma)
  • cup corn chips crushed
  • 6.3 oz taco seasoning 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, beat dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
  2. In large bowl, mix salad ingredients except corn chips.
  3. Add dressing; toss until coated.
  4. Sprinkle with corn chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories489kcal
Protein18.91%
Fat44.61%
Carbs36.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.5
Glycemic Load
0.63
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.454347657121%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.75kcal
24.44%
Fat:25.5g
39.22%
Saturated Fat:9.41g
58.83%
Carbohydrates:46.91g
15.64%
Net Carbohydrates:34.36g
12.5%
Sugar:13.5g
15%
Cholesterol:84.72mg
28.24%
Sodium:4412.62mg
191.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.31g
48.62%
Vitamin A:11448.73IU
228.97%
Vitamin K:81.79µg
77.89%
Fiber:12.55g
50.21%
Selenium:28.12µg
40.17%
Vitamin C:32.9mg
39.88%
Vitamin B3:7.89mg
39.45%
Phosphorus:369.83mg
36.98%
Vitamin B6:0.71mg
35.39%
Calcium:296.39mg
29.64%
Folate:117.19µg
29.3%
Iron:4.75mg
26.37%
Vitamin E:3.32mg
22.15%
Potassium:740.27mg
21.15%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.07%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.59%
Magnesium:65.76mg
16.44%
Vitamin B5:1.43mg
14.25%
Zinc:1.94mg
12.94%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.14%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
8.94%
Copper:0.16mg
8.13%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.37%