Chicken Taco Salad

Chicken Taco Salad

This chicken taco salad with spice-rubbed grilled chicken breasts, strips of warm crispy tortilla, and a bean salsa is the perfect combination of Mexican flavors. Sure to become a favorite!

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup medium-hot salsa
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 4 (7 inch) corn tortillas
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and sliced (Optional)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (Optional)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2
Mix black beans, salsa, 1/2 cup cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl; set aside.

Step 3
Mix chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and olive oil in a bowl until smooth; rub mixture over chicken breasts.

Step 4
Cook chicken breasts on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). While the chicken is cooking, place tortillas on grill and grill until lightly brown on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 5
Transfer tortillas to a cutting board and slice into short strips; set aside. Slice chicken into long thin strips.

Step 6
Place lettuce in a salad bowl; top with chicken, tortilla strips, bean salsa, remaining 1/2 cup cilantro, and avocado. Serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Tips

Divide all the salad ingredients into individual tortilla taco bowls if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

470
Calories
19g
Fat
44g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 470
% Daily Value *
Total Fat19g 24%
Saturated Fat5g 23%
Cholesterol71mg 24%
Sodium832mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber16g 57%
Total Sugars5g
Protein35g
Vitamin C18mg 89%
Calcium146mg 11%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium1215mg 26%

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

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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