Description
This High-Protein Southwest Chicken Salad delivers a satisfying, protein‑packed meal perfect for lunch or post‑workout fuel. Tender shredded chicken is tossed with creamy Greek yogurt, smoky chili powder, cumin, black beans, fire‑roasted corn, and crisp bell pepper, then finished with fresh cilantro. The bright flavors and nutritious ingredients create a balanced bowl that’s quick to assemble, low in carbs, and ideal for meal‑prep or weight‑loss plans. Enjoy chilled for lasting energy all day!!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fire-roasted corn
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, chili powder, cumin, and salt until well combined.
- Add the shredded chicken, black beans, fire-roasted corn, and diced bell pepper to the bowl.
- Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is coated with the yogurt mixture.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- increase chili powder or add chopped jalapeño. The salad keeps well for up to four days refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: High-Protein Southwest Chicken Salad, easy chicken salad, high protein lunch, meal prep salad, Greek yogurt chicken salad, low carb chicken salad, healthy chicken salad recipe, quick protein salad, southwestern chicken salad