Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these Southwest Chicken Salad Tacos, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to lively gatherings, this recipe is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 6 flour tortillas
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 ounce)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon parsley
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, taco seasoning, onion powder, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and avocado. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Fill each tortilla with the salad mixture and add desired toppings like extra avocado or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg