Description
A straightforward recipe for a flavorful Tex Mex style chicken salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise, salsa, red onion, cheddar cheese, and cilantro to the bowl.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder and cumin.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- Serve this salad on lettuce cups or with tortilla chips for dipping.
- You can add 1/4 cup of drained black beans for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 26
- Cholesterol: 85
Keywords: Tex Mex, Chicken Salad, easy lunch, shredded chicken, quick meal