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Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl

Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl: Your 15-Minute Lunch Miracle

Patricia
A fresh and flavorful Southwest chicken salad bowl packed with protein and veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Southwestern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to blend.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • Substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt if desired.
  • Add tortilla chips for extra crunch.
Keyword chicken salad, healthy lunch, Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Bowl