Tex-Mex Chicken Chopped Salad
This Tex-Mex chicken chopped salad is fresh, zesty, and packed with protein. Loaded with juicy chicken, crisp veggies, beans, and a bold lime dressing, this easy Tex-Mex salad is perfect for healthy meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 1 –1½ lbs chicken breast or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper
- For the salad:
- Romaine lettuce chopped
- Cherry tomatoes halved
- Corn fresh, canned, or grilled
- Black beans drained and rinsed
- Red onion finely chopped
- Avocado diced
- Optional toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Tortilla strips
- Fresh cilantro
- For the dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook on a grill or skillet until fully cooked, then let rest and chop.
- Prepare the salad by chopping lettuce and vegetables, then combine with beans and corn in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add chopped chicken to the salad mixture.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with optional ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Add dressing just before serving to keep the salad crisp.
- Chop ingredients evenly for better texture in every bite.
- Great for meal prep if dressing is stored separately.