Description
This ground chicken taco salad recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Fresh, crunchy, and packed with bold taco flavor, it’s on the table in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup black beans (rinsed & drained)
1 avocado, diced
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground chicken, break it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer for 3–4 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, prep all toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, beans, and cheese.
5. Assemble the salad in bowls: start with lettuce, add chicken and toppings.
6. Drizzle with sour cream or Greek yogurt mixed with lime juice.
7. Top with crushed tortilla chips and serve immediately.
Notes
Store dressing and chips separately if prepping ahead.
Try adding corn, jalapeños, or olives for extra flavor.
Swap sour cream with a spicy ranch or chipotle crema if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg