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Chicken Taco Salad – Gh_9407

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This Chicken Taco Salad is a vibrant, satisfying meal that brings all the flavors of a classic taco into a fresh, salad format. The dish features tender roasted chicken tossed in a tangy vinegar dressing with chili powder, providing a savory and slightly spicy kick. It is layered over crisp romaine lettuce and topped with juicy tomato chunks, creamy avocado, and briny olives. The addition of tortilla chips adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a potluck contribution, or a light lunch, this recipe is easy to assemble and customizable. It&# 226;€™s a crowd-pleaser that balances fresh textures with bold Mexican-inspired spices, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 5
Calories: 54.2
Description
This Chicken Taco Salad is a vibrant, satisfying meal that brings all the flavors of a classic taco into a fresh, salad format. The dish features tender roasted chicken tossed in a tangy vinegar dressing with chili powder, providing a savory and slightly spicy kick. It is layered over crisp romaine lettuce and topped with juicy tomato chunks, creamy avocado, and briny olives. The addition of tortilla chips adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a potluck contribution, or a light lunch, this recipe is easy to assemble and customizable. It&# 226;€™s a crowd-pleaser that balances fresh textures with bold Mexican-inspired spices, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
  • 1 Refrigerated Roasted whole
  • 1/8 teaspoons Crushed red pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Roast the chicken until fully cooked, then remove and discard the skin and bones.
  2. 2
    Tear the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
  3. 3
    In a 1-cup measuring cup, whisk together white wine vinegar, salad oil, chili powder, salt, chopped parsley, and crushed red pepper to create the dressing.
  4. 4
    Pour half of the prepared dressing over the chicken pieces and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. 5
    Set aside the remaining dressing for serving later.
  6. 6
    Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then cut the leaves crosswise into 1/2-inch wide strips.
  7. 7
    Cut the tomatoes and avocado into 1/4-inch chunks.
  8. 8
    Place the prepared lettuce in a large serving bowl to form the base.
  9. 9
    Mound the dressed chicken in the center of the lettuce bed.
  10. 10
    Arrange the tomato and avocado chunks in concentric circles around the chicken.
  11. 11
    Tuck tortilla chips around the outer edge of the salad bowl.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle sliced ripe olives over the entire salad.
  13. 13
    Serve immediately, tossing the salad with the reserved dressing at the table just before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 54.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 18.8mg7%
Sodium 16.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 8.2g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, taco, salad, mexican, romaine, avocado, tortilla chips, dressing, tomatoes, olives, chili powder, vinegar, lunch, dinner, healthy, easy, crunchy, seasoned, fresh, potluck
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