Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing
Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing is a colorful and satisfying dish that brings together all the beloved flavors of tacos in a fresh salad form. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant salad features juicy, taco-seasoned chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty creamy dressing that elevates every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a quick meal, this salad is easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its delightful mix of textures and flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Assembling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 medium tomato
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Tortilla chips (crushed)
- Dressing: mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat with taco seasoning for about 5 minutes until cooked through. Allow it to rest.
- On a large platter, assemble the romaine lettuce as the base and layer with tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and taco seasoning for the dressing. Stir in minced cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg