Delicious Chicken Rice Salad Recipe with Mexican Flavors
Chicken Rice Salad — a mexican recipe (salad) with 11 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
45
Total Time (min)
4
servings
716
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cooked rice (preferably brown rice)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare Ingredients
Gather and prepare all the ingredients as listed.
Ensure the chicken is cooked and shredded before starting.Mix the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and cooked rice.
Use warm rice for better mixing.Add Vegetables
Add black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
Chop vegetables uniformly for even distribution.Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and cumin.
Taste the dressing before adding to adjust flavors.Combine Salad
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
Avoid over-mixing to keep the ingredients intact.Chill
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Chilling allows flavors to meld together.Serve
Serve chilled as a main course or side dish.
Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your mexican meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Chicken Rice Salad Recipe with Mexican Flavors is a beloved dish from Mexican cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Mexican cuisine has deep roots in Mesoamerican and Spanish traditions. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, it features bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, leftover or rotisserie chicken works great for this recipe.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
