Chicken Salad with Taco Ranch Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Chicken Salad with Taco Ranch Dressing! This zesty recipe combines juicy grilled chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a touch of red onion for a refreshing bite. What truly sets this dish apart is the tangy, southwestern-inspired taco ranch dressing, made by blending creamy ranch with taco seasoning, fresh lime juice, and fragrant cilantro. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips, this salad bursts with texture and taste in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant and protein-packed meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or a lively lunch. It's a fresh, fiesta-inspired twist on classic chicken salad that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Drizzle both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and set aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the vegetables: chop the romaine lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and slice the red onion thinly.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, taco seasoning, and lime juice until well combined. Stir in the chopped cilantro leaves.

Step 7

Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl, then drizzle the taco ranch dressing over the top.

Step 8

Toss the salad gently to coat all the ingredients with the dressing.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this bold, zesty chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1634.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2113.9

Total Fat 137.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g
Cholesterol 446.7mg	0%
Sodium 6049.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 151.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1204.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1938.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 14.9%