Description
Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy grilled chicken, crunchy fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing for a delightful meal. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad brings a fiesta of flavors to your table. Customize it with your favorite toppings or enjoy it as-is—either way, it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup diced fresh bell peppers (mix of colors)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices for dressing: 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let cool before chopping into cubes.
- Chop bell peppers, red onion, and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and chili powder in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, mix chopped chicken with veggies and cilantro.
- Just before serving, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top for extra crunch.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg