Pecos Chicken-Cornbread Salad Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 3 hours and 5 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of the Southwest with this delightful Pecos Chicken-Cornbread Salad. It’s a fusion of tender chicken, zesty spices, crunchy vegetables, and savory cheese, all layered with cubes of moist cornbread, creating a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 can | Green chilies |
| 1 | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 4 | Diced tomatoes with mild green chilies |
| 1 | Cumin |
| 1 | Chili powder |
| 1 | Romaine lettuce |
| 1/2 | Whole kernel corn |
| 3 | Red kidney beans |
| 11 | Green pepper |
| 15 | Red onion |
| 1 | Sour cream |
| 1 | Mayonnaise |
| 1 | Cheddar cheese |
Instructions:
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Prepare Cornbread:
- Mix cornbread batter as directed, stirring in the can of chopped green chilies.
- Pour the batter into a medium pan and bake per the package directions.
- Remove the cornbread from the oven, cool, and cut into 1″ cubes.
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Cook Chicken Mixture:
- While the cornbread is baking, heat a small amount of oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and tomatoes; bring to a quick boil, then stir in the spices.
- Cover and simmer the chicken mixture for 5 minutes; remove from heat and cool.
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Assemble Salad:
- Wait until the cornbread and the chicken mixture are completely cool before assembling the salad.
- In a large glass bowl, layer the following ingredients: half of the cornbread, half of the chicken mixture, half of the lettuce, and each of the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise.
- Spread half of this mixture over the vegetables and sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese.
- Repeat this process, ending with the Cheddar cheese.
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Chill and Serve:
- Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Southwest in every bite!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 392.7
- Fat Content: 16.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 66.4mg
- Sodium Content: 635.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 38.5g
- Fiber Content: 6.5g
- Sugar Content: 8.6g
- Protein Content: 23.3g
Recipe Notes:
- This Pecos Chicken-Cornbread Salad is perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or any occasion where you want to impress with a flavorful and satisfying dish.
- Feel free to adjust the spiciness level by adding more or less chili powder according to your taste preferences.
- You can also customize the salad by adding your favorite toppings or additional vegetables for extra crunch and freshness.
- Make sure to chill the salad for the recommended time to enhance the flavors and ensure it holds together beautifully when served.
