Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing
Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing is a fresh and flavorful dish that reimagines traditional tacos in a vibrant salad form. Bursting with juicy chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty creamy dressing, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to lively picnics. It’s not just delicious; it’s also customizable, allowing you to mix and match ingredients based on your preferences. With protein-packed chicken and fiber-rich beans, this salad provides a satisfying meal that is both nutritious and easy to prepare. Enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Fresh lime juice
- Cilantro
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken pieces seasoned with taco seasoning until fully cooked.
- On a large platter, layer romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and remaining taco seasoning to create the dressing. Fold in minced cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the assembled salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg