Keto Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad

This Keto Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad is a low-carb and delicious dish with a smooth taste. We make this salad with different kinds of ingredients, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, red cabbage, olive oil, chicken breasts, bell pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, avocado, cilantro, cumin, red onion, and paprika. It’s not necessarily essential to buy all of these components at the food stores; in fact, you could already have some in your kitchen. This salad has 420 kcal of caloric content and 6 g of net carbs in 1 plate of a portion size. We don’t recommend freezing the veggies and avocado because they will lose their texture after defrosting, but we can refrigerate the salad for almost two days. You can cook this salad earlier to save time. This Keto Tex-Mex Chopped Chicken Salad is ideal for weekend snacks, lunches, side dishes, parties, gatherings, and dinners.

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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:

• Course: Salad, Main
• No. of Calories: 420 kcal
• Diet: Keto
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Single portion size: 1 plate
• Cooking mode: Stovetop
• Total servings: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 25 minutes

TOOLS:

• Bowls
• Cutting board
• Grill pan or skillet
• Knife
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Small bowl
• Whisk

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 1 cup romaine lettuce
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 medium avocado
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ¼ cup red bell pepper
• ¼ cup red onion
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Lime juice, 1 tbsp.
• ¼ tsp. cumin
• ½ tsp. smoked paprika
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• Salt and black pepper

DRESSING:

• 1 tsp lime juice
• Salt
• 3 tbsp sour cream
• ½ tsp chili powder
• Pepper
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CABBAGE & LETTUCE:

• It makes the low-carb foundation and gives a crunchy texture. Use the red cabbage, which provides the fiber content and color, and the romaine gives bulk to this salad.

CHEESE:

• We use high-fat cheddar cheese to deliver a delicious flavor without adding unnecessary carbs. Don’t use processed types, as they may include starches. As a replacement, use Gouda or mozzarella instead.

CHICKEN BREAST:

• The protein in the dish comes from the fillets of chicken breast. To improve the flavor of this recipe, substitute the chicken thighs.

TOMATOES:

• It includes the sweet taste and gives freshness to the salad. You can alternate it with the grape or cherry tomatoes, which also work perfectly for remaining on the keto diet.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cook the chicken breast in a pan, leave it to gently chill, and then cut it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Mix the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, chopped romaine, red onion, and red cabbage in a big bowl.
3. Include the shredded cheddar, chopped chicken, and diced avocado, and stir them till they are completely mixed.
4. Stir the salt, mayonnaise, chili powder, sour cream, pepper, and lime juice in a small vessel to make a dressing.
5. Coat the salad equally by drizzling it with the prepared dressing and stirring.
6. Before eating, place some chopped cilantro on the surface.
7. Serve this salad quickly, as you want, or store it in the refrigerator for almost fifteen minutes to fully chill.

TIPS:

• You can adjust the spices in this salad as you like.
• We utilize the cooked chicken from the remaining to make it in less time.
• Use the keto tortilla strips that are made from the cheese crisps to provide an extra crunchy taste.
• Include the grilled or roasted veggies for a more perfect flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDE DISHES:

• Cauliflower Rice
• Zucchini Noodles
• Keto Broccoli Slaw
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts

SNACKS:

• Cheese Crisp
• Guacamole with Celery Sticks
• Keto Deviled Eggs
• Pork Rinds

SAUCES AND DIPS:

• Keto Ranch Dressing
• Avocado Cilantro Dip
• Spicy Cheese Dip
• Creamy Jalapeno Sauce

BREAKFASTS:

• Keto Egg Muffins
• Chia Seed Pudding
• Almond Flour Pancakes
• Avocado Egg Boats

WRAPS AND BREADS:

• Cloud Bread
• Almond Flour Tortilla
• Cheese Wraps
• Coconut Flour Flatbread

DESSERTS:

• Keto Mug Cake
• Chocolate Avocado Pudding
• Almond Butter Fat Bombs
• Keto Cheesecake Bites

STORAGE INFORMATION:

REFRIGERATION:

• Place it in a closed dish for two days.

FREEZING:

• We don’t suggest storing because the texture of avocado and fresh veggies will change after defrosting.

FAQs:

Can I include some spices?

• Yes, utilize the warm sauce, chopped jalapenos, or cayenne to make this salad spicier.

May I prepare this salad before time?

• Yes, you can make the vegetables and chicken earlier, but prepare the dressing and avocado before eating when you want.

Will I utilize the rotisserie chicken?

• Yes, using the rotisserie chicken will help to make this dish in a short time as a meal prep.

Could I swap the cheese in this salad?

• Yes, you can use the high-fat cream cheese instead, or you can skip the non-dairy cream cheese.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Fiber: 4 g

No. of calories: 420 kcal

Sugar: 2 g

Sodium: 520 mg

Net carbs: 6 g

Fats: 32 g

Proteins: 28 g

One single portion: 1 plate

Total carbs: 10 g