Taco Chicken Ranch Salad
Elevate your salad game with this flavor-packed Taco Chicken Ranch Salad, a vibrant and hearty dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection with bold taco seasoning, then sliced and layered over a fresh bed of mixed greens. A medley of black beans, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips adds texture and vibrant color, while a tangy lime-infused ranch dressing ties it all together. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese and optional fresh cilantro, this salad offers a satisfying blend of zesty Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is both nourishing and crowd-pleasing, ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 6 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn kernels (cooked or canned, drained)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 whole avocado (sliced or diced)
- 1 cup tortilla chips (crushed lightly)
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 1 whole lime (juiced)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken rests, prepare the salad base by combining the mixed greens, black beans, corn kernels, grape tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the salad.
Top the salad with avocado slices and crushed tortilla chips.
In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing with the juice of one lime for a tangy kick.
Drizzle the lime ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2782 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.0 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 447 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 6756 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.9 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1245 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 3141 mg | 67% | |
*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.
