Southwestern Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Southwestern Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tsp. olive oil; 1 1/4 lb. chicken-breast tenders; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. dried oregano; salt; 1 small onion; 1 can red kidney beans; 2 ear corn; 1 medium red pepper; 1 c. salsa; 13 c. reduced-fat sour cream; 1 bag cut romaine lettuce

Servings: persons

3 tsp. olive oil
1 1/4 lb. chicken-breast tenders
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
salt
1 small onion
1 can red kidney beans
2 ear corn
1 medium red pepper
1 c. salsa
13 c. reduced-fat sour cream
1 bag cut romaine lettuce

1
In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil on medium 1 minute.
2
Toss chicken with cumin, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; add to skillet and cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken loses its pink color throughout, stirring occasionally.
3
With slotted spoon, transfer chicken to bowl.
4
To same skillet, add onion and remaining 1 teaspoon oil and cook 10 to 12 minutes or until onion is tender and lightly browned.
5
Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine beans, corn, and red pepper; set aside.
6
In small bowl, combine salsa and sour cream for dressing.
7
Remove skillet from heat; stir in cooked chicken.
8
On 1 large platter or 6 dinner plates, place romaine; top with bean mixture, then chicken mixture.
9
Serve with salsa dressing.

1960

kcal

Calories

159

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tsp. olive oil, 1 1/4 lb. chicken-breast tenders, 1 tsp. ground cumin, 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Southwestern Chicken Salad

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