Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing. This delightful dish transforms your favorite taco ingredients into a fresh and satisfying salad, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Juicy, taco-seasoned chicken sits atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, accompanied by colorful tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips—all drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing. It’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors that will please everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- 1 medium Hass avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup seasoned tortilla chips
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and one tablespoon of taco seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- In a large serving bowl, layer the romaine lettuce, followed by diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- For the dressing, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, minced cilantro, and remaining taco seasoning in a bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg