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Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad

Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad
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Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad, a crowd-pleaser that combines hearty ingredients and zesty flavors. Perfectly suited for family gatherings, potlucks, or meal prep, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein and fiber to keep you satisfied. Quick and easy to customize, you can mix in your favorite toppings or dressings to create a personalized dish that everyone will love. Enjoy the freshness of crisp veggies, tender chicken, creamy avocado, and the kick of chipotle in every delicious bite!

Ingredients

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  • 5 ounces spring greens (chopped)
  • 4 cups cooked chicken (cubed)
  • 1 can (14-ounce) black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can (14-ounce) corn kernels (drained)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • â…” cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • â…” cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 Tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 2 to 5 chipotle chilis in adobo sauce
  • 1 large clove garlic (minced)
  • ½ tsp sea salt (to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped spring greens and cubed chicken.
  2. Add black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, sliced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, oil, vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, chipotle chilis, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.

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