Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad
A vibrant and hearty salad bursting with flavors, combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty ranch dressing with a kick of taco seasoning. Perfect for a light meal or a satisfying side dish!
Ingredients:
Dressing:
1 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons taco seasoning (hot or mild)
Salad:
3 cups cooked, cooled, and diced chicken
4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped (about 1 head)
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, seeded and diced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
4-5 green onions, sliced
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
4 oz sharp cheddar cheese or pepper jack, cut into ¼” cubes
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1/2 of a lime
1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
Jalapeño, diced, toasted pumpkin seeds, diced avocado, or jicama for garnish (optional)
