Description
Shredded Chicken Taco Salad is a colorful and flavor-packed dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Mexico to your table. This delightful salad features juicy, seasoned chicken served atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this salad is not only nutritious but also quick to prepare. Each bite offers an explosion of freshness and flavor that’s sure to please everyone at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by grilling or baking at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked. Shred using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix taco seasoning with olive oil and lime juice. Toss the shredded chicken to coat.
- Chop lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, dice avocado, and slice red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and seasoned shredded chicken. Drizzle with lime juice.
- Top with sour cream and serve with extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg