Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad
A refreshing and flavorful salad combining chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty ranch dressing.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (hot or mild)
- 3 cups cooked chicken cooled and diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped (about 1 head)
- 2 whole Roma tomatoes diced
- 1 whole cucumber seeded and diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 5 whole green onions sliced
- 1 can black beans (15-ounce), drained and rinsed
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 1 4th cup cilantro chopped
- 1 half lime juice
- 1 cup tortilla chips crushed
Instructions
- Mix ranch dressing and taco seasoning in a small bowl, then refrigerate until needed.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, corn, green onions, black beans, cheese, cilantro, lime juice, and tortilla chips.
- Gradually add the dressing, tossing the salad until lightly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with jalapeño, pumpkin seeds, avocado, or jicama if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, use hot taco seasoning. Customize with your favorite toppings like avocado or jicama.