Ranch Taco Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Ranch Taco Chicken Salad, a flavorful fusion of tex-mex ingredients and zesty ranch dressing. Juicy, taco-seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and served atop a crisp bed of romaine lettuce, accompanied by sweet grape tomatoes, black beans, corn, and creamy avocado slices. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips adds irresistible texture, while a drizzle of ranch dressing ties it all together with savory, tangy notes. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and optional cilantro, this 30-minute recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or dinner. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is a must-try for taco and salad lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 1 cup canned corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 piece sliced avocado
- 1 cup tortilla chips
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 1 piece lime
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Rub the chicken breasts with taco seasoning until evenly coated.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.
While the chicken rests, prepare the salad base by chopping the romaine lettuce and adding it to a large salad bowl.
Slice the grape tomatoes in half, rinse the black beans, and drain the corn kernels. Add them to the salad bowl.
Slice the avocado and set it aside for topping.
Dice the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad bowl along with shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
Garnish with fresh cilantro (if using) and a squeeze of lime juice for added freshness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Ranch Taco Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1103 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1070 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
