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SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD

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In North Richland Hills, Texas, Virginia Stencel mixes chicken, beans and corn with fresh jicama for a fun change of pace. The medley's coated in a flavorful barbecue-ranch dressing with crunchy tortilla strips on top.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 flour tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1/2-inch strips
Butter-flavored cooking spray
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon olive oil
6 cups ready-to-serve salad greens
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups chopped tomatoes, divided
1 medium green pepper, diced
1/2 cup cubed peeled jicama or sliced water chestnuts
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2/3 cup fat-free ranch salad dressing
4 teaspoons barbecue sauce

Steps:

Place tortilla strips on a baking sheet; spritz both sides of strips with butter-flavored cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 4-5 minutes or until crisp. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat until no longer pink; set aside. , Combine the salad greens, corn, beans, 1 cup tomatoes, green pepper, jicama and onions; arrange on a serving platter. Place chicken in center of salad; sprinkle with cheese and remaining tomatoes. Arrange tortilla strips around chicken. , In a small bowl, combine the ranch dressing and barbecue sauce; serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

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My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked in a pita or rolled up in a tortilla. -Sara Hobbs, West Tawakoni, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

4 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1 cup chopped red or sweet onion
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
SALADS:
Torn mixed salad greens and sliced almonds
PITAS:
Whole wheat pita pocket halves and lettuce leaves
WRAPS:
Whole wheat tortillas and sliced ripe avocado

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve as desired., Salads: Top salad greens with chicken salad; sprinkle with almonds., Pitas: Line pita halves with lettuce leaves; fill with chicken salad., Wraps: Place chicken salad off-center on tortillas; top with avocado. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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Make and share this Southwestern Chicken Salad Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cook1000000

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup cooked chicken, finely chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1 fresh roasted whole green chili pepper, finely chopped
1 green onion, sliced
handful fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 dash lemons or 1 dash lime juice
1 dash garlic salt
1 dash black pepper
bread, slices

Steps:

Combine ingedients in a bowl. Spread on.
bread slices to form a sandwich.

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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Chicken salad sandwiches are perfect for lunches, sandwich suppers, and parties. Use cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken for these sandwiches.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories Lunch Entree Salad Sandwich

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chicken (cooked, chopped)
3 tablespoons onion (red or yellow; finely chopped)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
1 large egg ( hard-boiled ; chopped)
1/3 to 1/2 cup mayonnaise (as needed to moisten the salad)
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon salt (or seasoned salt to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
8 slices bread
Lettuce

Steps:

To bake boneless chicken breasts, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking pan with foil.
Arrange the chicken on the pan and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Bake until the chicken registers 165 F on a food thermometer. Depending on the size and thickness of the boneless chicken breasts, it will take 22 to 30 minutes. Let cool and chop.
To poach boneless chicken breasts, place chicken in a single layer in a deep skillet or sauté pan.
If desired, add some herbs and chopped aromatic vegetables, such as onions, garlic, or carrots. Cover the chicken with water (about 1/2 to 1 inch above the chicken breasts) and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and continue cooking for 8 to 15 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken pieces.
Check the chicken breasts with a food thermometer to ensure they are done to at least 165 F. Let cool and chop.
Once you've cooked the chicken, gather all of the ingredients.
In a medium bowl, combine the cooked, chopped chicken, onion, celery, and egg. Stir to combine.
Add 1/3 cup of mayonnaise, the dill pickle relish, salt, and pepper to the chicken. Stir to blend well.
Add more mayonnaise to moisten, if desired.
Serve on bread with lettuce and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g