This healthy Taco Chicken Salad recipe is the perfect switch up from your classic chicken salad recipe. All the taco flavors you love, made into a great meal prep lunch recipe. Gluten-free and paleo-friendly, and a perfect, kid-friendly chicken salad!
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken (see notes)
- 1-15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, finely diced
- 1/2 cup pickled jalepeño, finely diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, finely sliced
- Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 1/3 cup corn kernels
- 1/3 cup good quality mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Taco Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch dried oregano
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
