Layered Mexican Chicken Salad

Take your salad game to the next level with this vibrant Layered Mexican Chicken Salad—a feast for both the eyes and the palate! Packed with bold flavors and fresh textures, this crowd-pleasing dish features layers of tender shredded chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy diced avocado. Topped with crunchy crushed tortilla chips and a zesty homemade salsa-lime dressing, it's perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. Served in a glass bowl to showcase its colorful layers, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and can be made ahead for easy entertaining. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch or a stunning centerpiece for your table, this Mexican-inspired layered salad is a sure winner! Keywords: Mexican chicken salad, layered salad recipe, no-cook dinner, healthy party dish, quick recipes, colorful salads.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn kernels, cooked
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Tortilla chips, crushed
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, make the dressing by combining sour cream, salsa, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 2

In a large high-sided glass bowl or trifle dish, begin layering the salad by spreading the chopped romaine lettuce evenly on the bottom.

Step 3

Next, layer evenly the shredded chicken breast on top of the lettuce.

Step 4

Add a layer of black beans, followed by the cooked corn kernels.

Step 5

Spread the halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the corn, and then add a layer of finely diced red onion.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the red onions, ensuring an even layer.

Step 7

Top the cheese with the diced avocado. Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the avocado for a pop of color and freshness.

Step 8

Finally, add the crushed tortilla chips for a crunchy topping.

Step 9

Drizzle the prepared dressing over the top of the salad or serve it on the side.

Step 10

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Gently toss the salad just before serving to combine all the layers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2267.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2687.3

Total Fat 126.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 584.1mg	0%
Sodium 3481.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 221.3g	0%

Vitamin D 5.6IU	0%
Calcium 1440.5mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 5279.5mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 27.5%