Chicken Taco Salad with Salsa Ranch Dressing Recipe
This Chicken Taco Salad with Salsa Ranch Dressing is a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines seasoned chicken with fresh vegetables, beans, cheese, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
- Author: admin1
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (lightly pounded to even thickness)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Salad:
- 2 hearts of romaine lettuce (chopped and rinsed)
- 3 roma tomatoes (seeded and diced)
- 1 bunch green onion (chopped)
- 15 ounce can corn (drained)
- 15 ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 4 ounce can sliced olives
- 1 cup shredded cheddar-jack cheese
- 1 avocado (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips or tortilla strips
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup salsa
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup bottled ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with butter and olive oil. Season chicken with salt and taco seasoning. Cook until golden and cooked through.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, combine salsa, sour cream, ranch dressing, lime juice, and cilantro. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: Layer lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, corn, black beans, olives, green onions, and avocado on a platter.
- Combine: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Add crushed tortilla chips, lime wedges, and extra dressing on the side.
Notes
- If desired, you can add additional toppings like jalapeños, diced bell peppers, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- This salad is customizable, so feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Chicken Taco Salad, Salsa Ranch Dressing, Mexican Salad, Taco Seasoning