Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing
Loaded Chicken Taco Salad with Creamy Lime-Cilantro Dressing is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings all your favorite taco elements together in a refreshing salad. With juicy chicken seasoned to perfection, crisp veggies, and a creamy lime-cilantro dressing, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for gatherings or busy weeknight dinners. In just 15 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that will appeal to everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bite-sized chicken pieces and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes, flipping occasionally until cooked through.
- On a large platter, layer romaine lettuce as the base, followed by diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and remaining taco seasoning until smooth. Stir in minced cilantro.
- Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg