Zesty Chicken Taco Rice Salad

Get ready to elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Zesty Chicken Taco Rice Salad! Packed with tender taco-seasoned chicken, fluffy lime-infused rice, and a medley of fresh ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and black beans, this dish is a fiesta in every bite. Topped with creamy avocado, sharp shredded cheddar, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s finished with an optional crunchy twist of tortilla chips. Perfect as a hearty lunch or a light dinner, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Healthy, satisfying, and bursting with Tex-Mex flavors, it’s the ultimate one-bowl meal that’s as delicious as it is colorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 2 cups Cooked rice
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Corn kernels (canned or frozen, thawed)
• 1 cup Black beans (cooked and drained)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 piece Avocado
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 piece Juice of lime
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the taco seasoning.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the cooked rice with the remaining olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Step 4

Prepare the salad by layering the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes (halved), corn kernels, black beans, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large serving bowl or individual plates.

Step 5

Add the seasoned rice on top of the salad base.

Step 6

Place the sliced chicken and cubed avocado over the salad. Sprinkle the chopped cilantro across the top.

Step 7

Serve immediately with optional tortilla chips on the side for added crunch, or chill for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1986.4 grams (1986.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3156

Total Fat 132.80g	170%
Saturated Fat 40.20g	201%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 417mg	139%
Sodium 6007mg	261%
Total Carbohydrate 317.60g	115%
Dietary Fiber 47.40g	169%
Total Sugars 20.10g
Protein 188.50g	377%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 1150mg	88%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 4074mg	87%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 39.5%