Southwestern Chicken Salad
A quick, healthy Southwestern Chicken Salad packed with smoky flavors and creamy Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative to traditional chicken salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fire-roasted corn
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped cilantro, squeeze of lime juice
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add the rinsed black beans, fire-roasted corn, and diced bell pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth and evenly spiced.
- Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Fold everything together until well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. If desired, add chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly for flavors to meld.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can swap Greek yogurt for mayo. For a vegan option, use plant-based yogurt or mashed avocado. Add cayenne for extra heat if desired.
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