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High-Protein Southwest Chicken Salad
Melissa Andrew

High-Protein Southwest Chicken Salad

High-Protein Southwest Chicken Salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch / Salad
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • | Cooked shredded chicken | 2 cups about 300 g |
  • | Black beans drained and rinsed | ½ cup |
  • | Sweet corn kernels | ½ cup |
  • | Red bell pepper diced | ½ cup |
  • | Celery diced | ¼ cup |
  • | Plain Greek yogurt | ½ cup |
  • | Mayonnaise | 2 tablespoons |
  • | Fresh lime juice | 1 tablespoon |
  • | Chili powder | ½ teaspoon |
  • | Smoked paprika | ½ teaspoon |
  • | Garlic powder | ¼ teaspoon |
  • | Fresh cilantro chopped | 2 tablespoons |
  • | Salt | ½ teaspoon |
  • | Black pepper | ¼ teaspoon |

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, and celery. Toss gently so the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. This creates the flavorful Southwest dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated. Fold in the chopped cilantro to add a fresh herb flavor.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving so the flavors can blend together beautifully.

Notes

  • Protein: 28 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg