Shredded Chicken Taco Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Shredded chicken, black beans, crisp lettuce, and vibrant toppings combine for a flavorful Mexican-inspired salad.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Components
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small white or yellow onion, diced
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1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
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680 grams shredded chicken (approximately 1.5 lbs or 24 ounces)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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2/3 cup gluten-free taco seasoning
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2/3 cup water
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4 cups chopped iceberg or romaine lettuce
→ Optional Toppings
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Avocado slices or guacamole
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Pico de gallo salsa
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Baja sauce
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Thinly sliced red onion
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Shredded cheese
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Sour cream
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Cherry tomatoes, halved
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Sliced black olives
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Chopped green onions
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Crispy tortilla chips
# How to Prepare:
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Pour olive oil into a large skillet and set over medium heat. While the oil warms, dice the onion and chop cilantro; reserve the cilantro for later. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes until soft and fragrant.
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Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly. Add the black beans, shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, taco seasoning, and water to the skillet. Mix to incorporate all ingredients evenly and cook until heated through and well combined.
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Roughly chop iceberg or romaine lettuce and divide evenly among five large bowls or plates, creating a crisp salad base for each serving.
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Evenly spoon the hot chicken and bean mixture over the lettuce in each bowl. Customize with desired toppings such as avocado, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, sour cream, and additional garnishes. Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by crispy tortilla chips.
# Extra Tips:
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For maximum flavour and convenience, prepare shredded chicken in advance and store in airtight containers for meal prep.
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Ensure gluten-free taco seasoning by checking packaging or preparing a homemade blend using cumin, chili powder, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Nutritional values exclude optional toppings; adjust as needed according to selected garnishes.