Mexi-Chicken Salad: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner
Description
Transform your leftover grilled chicken into a delightful dinner salad infused with vibrant Mexican flavors, perfect for those busy evenings when cooking feels like a chore. Whether you use pre-packaged grilled chicken strips or your own leftovers, this salad comes together in mere minutes, making it a perfect solution for a no-cook dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste or nutrition.
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Chicken
Servings: 6
Keywords
Poultry, Meat, < 15 Mins
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | Olive oil |
| 2 tbsp | Lime juice |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh cilantro, chopped |
| 1 1/2 tbsp | Parsley, chopped |
| 1 tbsp | Sugar |
| 1 clove | Garlic, minced |
| 1/2 tsp | Chili powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Black pepper |
| 1 can (15 oz) | Black beans, rinsed and drained |
| 1 | Red bell pepper, diced |
| 1 | Scallion, sliced |
| 1 head | Romaine lettuce, leaves separated |
| 1 1/2 cups | Grilled chicken, sliced |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 235.5 |
| Total Fat | 12.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 382.3 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 26.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Dressing: In a jar or a bowl with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, lime juice, chopped cilantro, chopped parsley, sugar, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Secure the lid and shake vigorously to combine, or whisk together until emulsified.
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Mix the Salad Base: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the rinsed black beans, diced red bell pepper, and sliced scallion. This mixture will serve as a hearty base, bringing together fresh textures and flavors.
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Assemble the Salad: On individual plates, arrange the romaine lettuce leaves in a bed to create a vibrant foundation. Generously spoon the bean mixture over the lettuce, followed by the sliced grilled chicken.
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Dress and Serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over each salad to enhance the flavors, ensuring every bite is deliciously coated. Serve immediately and enjoy this quick and healthy meal that packs a punch of flavor!
With this Mexi-Chicken Salad, you can enjoy a nutritious meal that takes just minutes to prepare, allowing you to spend more time with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a refreshing dish for summer gatherings, this salad is sure to become a family favorite.
