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Quick Southwest Chicken Salad

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This Quick Southwest Chicken Salad is a fast, tasty meal combining seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, and a creamy lime dressing for a refreshing dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked shredded chicken (about 2–3 breasts)
  • 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15.25 oz) corn, drained
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and chopped
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup pepitas (or sunflower seeds)
  • 3/4 cup mayo or Greek yogurt (dairy free or regular)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Add all of the ingredients for the dressing into a medium bowl. Mix until combined.
  2. In a large bowl add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeños, tomatoes, red onion, and pepitas.
  3. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and stir to combine.
  4. Serve on its own, in a sandwich or over lettuce. Enjoy!

Notes

Let the salad chill for at least ten minutes for best flavor. It can also be made ahead, just add fresh avocado when serving.

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