Chicken Taco Salad

Chicken Taco Salad Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes

🍳 Cook Time: 10 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 4 cups chopped lettuce
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped scallions
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (for topping)

 

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Chicken:

    

   • In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat.
   • Add ground chicken
   • Season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
   • Cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
   • Remove from heat

    

2. Assemble the Salad:

    

   • In a large salad bowl or on individual plates, layer the lettuce and spinach.
   • Top with diced tomato, cucumber, shredded carrots, scallions, and avocado.
   • Add the warm ground chicken on top.

    

3. Add Final Touches:

    

   • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the salad.
   • Top with crushed tortilla chips for crunch.

    

4. Serve:

    

   • Optional: drizzle with salsa, sour cream, or a light dressing of your choice.
   • Serve with lime wedges on the side for a fresh zing.

 

Recipe by Jen

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