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Creamy Salsa Chicken Salad


  • Author: Ellie
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Salsa Chicken Salad combines tender chicken with a creamy dressing and zesty salsa for a fresh, satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup sour cream

3/4 cup salsa

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1/2 cup corn kernels

1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon lime juice


Instructions

1. Prepare cooked chicken by shredding or dicing into bite sized pieces

2. In a large bowl mix mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth then stir in salsa

3. Add chicken, onion, cilantro, corn, and black beans and mix gently

4. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper then combine well

5. Add lime juice and mix again then chill for at least 20 minutes before serving

Notes

Chill before serving for better flavor

Use thick salsa for a creamier texture

Adjust seasoning after mixing if needed

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Creamy Salsa Chicken Salad, Salsa Chicken Salad, Tex Mex Chicken Salad