Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Southwest Chicken Salad Tacos, a delightful blend of fresh ingredients that deliver both taste and nutrition. These tacos feature tender chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The combination of textures and flavors ensures every bite is a satisfying experience. Customize your tacos with your favorite toppings for a meal that’s uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 6 flour tortillas
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 ounce)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon parsley
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, taco seasoning, onion powder, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and avocado. Gently mix until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Spoon the salad onto each tortilla and fold or roll to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg