02/06/2026
Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
Ingredients
The Base:
Rotisserie Chicken: 1 whole chicken, shredded (approx. 4 cups)
Black Beans: 1 (15 oz) can, rinsed and drained
Corn: 1 (15 oz) can, drained (or 1 Β½ cups frozen/thawed)
Red Bell Pepper: 1 medium, diced
Red Onion: ΒΌ cup, finely diced
Fresh Cilantro: ΒΌ cup, chopped
JalapeΓ±o: 1 small, deseeded and minced (optional, for heat)
The Creamy Dressing:
Mayonnaise: Β½ cup
Greek Yogurt (or Sour Cream): Β½ cup
Lime Juice: 2 tbsp (about 1 large lime)
Taco Seasoning: 1 tbsp (or a mix of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder)
Salt & Pepper: To taste
Instructions
Prep the Chicken: Shred your rotisserie chicken while itβs still slightly warmβit comes off the bone much easier. Let it cool before mixing.
Combine the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro.
Whisk the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayo, yogurt, lime juice, and spices until smooth.
Mix & Chill: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
Serve: You can eat this immediately, but itβs even better after chilling in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld